AI-generatedKarlshamn at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Jul · 21°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 17.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,970 h
- Rain a year
- 655 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 14 m
Climate in Karlshamn
Karlshamn has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 21 °C, while January is the coolest at 3 °C. With around 1,970 hours of sunshine a year, Karlshamn is moderately sunny; June is the sunniest month with 9.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Karlshamn
The best time to visit Karlshamn is from July to August. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in August it only reaches 17.6 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in June and from August to September. Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is July with 76 mm.
Karlshamn through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Karlshamn in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 6–15 °C by day
- Sea 6 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Karlshamn in summer
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 19–21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Karlshamn in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 7–17 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Karlshamn in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 3–4 °C by day
- Sea 4 °C
- 1.6 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jun, Aug – Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Dec – Mar
Snow on 2 or more days
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Your best months: June – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: July – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 8°
- Midday, 13:00: about 12°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 12°
- Evening, 20:00: about 10°
- Night, 23:00: about 9°
07:3018:03
Cold evenings: bring a warm jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:07–08:22 · evening 17:11–18:26
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:52–07:07 · evening 18:26–18:40
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Karlshamn compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 14° at the start of the month to 10° at the end. The sea cools from 13° to 10°. The days get 2.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 14° | 10° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 6° |
| Sea | 13° | 10° |
| Daylight | 11.6 h | 9.4 h |
What is the weather like in Karlshamn in October?
In October, Karlshamn is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 11.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 67 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 10 h 33 min07:30 – 18:03
- UV index
- 1 · lowclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 23 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 72 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %7 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %46 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Karlshamn
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Karlshamn: score 41 against 10. In July, days are 9 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in July. The sun shines 6 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 10 | 41better |
| Daytime high | 12° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 8° | 15° |
| Sea | 11.7° | 16.5° |
| Sunshine | 3.4 h | 9.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 |
| Rainfall | 67 mm | 76 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Karlshamn month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
9January3° · Sea 4° · 1.5 h
In January, Karlshamn is cold: daytime highs average 3 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 4.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.5 hours a day. Precipitation falls on about 12 days, totalling 56 mm; on about 4 of them it snows. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in January12February3° · Sea 3° · 2.4 h
In February, Karlshamn is cold: daytime highs average 3 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 2.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.4 hours a day. Precipitation falls on about 10 days, totalling 45 mm; on about 4 of them it snows. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in February19March6° · Sea 3° · 4.6 h
In March, Karlshamn is cold: daytime highs average 6 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 3.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 36 mm. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in March29April10° · Sea 5° · 7.4 h
In April, Karlshamn is cold: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 4.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 33 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in April32May15° · Sea 9° · 9.2 h
In May, Karlshamn is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 8.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 48 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in May31June19° · Sea 14° · 9.8 h
In June, Karlshamn is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 13.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 58 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in June41July21° · Sea 17° · 9.3 h
In July, Karlshamn is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 76 mm in total. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Karlshamn – and yet one of the best months here.
Karlshamn in July40August21° · Sea 18° · 8.2 h
In August, Karlshamn is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 67 mm in total. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Karlshamn – and yet one of the best months here.
Karlshamn in August23September17° · Sea 15° · 6.2 h
In September, Karlshamn is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 53 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in September10October12° · Sea 12° · 3.4 h
In October, Karlshamn is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 11.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 67 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in October8November7° · Sea 9° · 1.6 h
In November, Karlshamn is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 8.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 59 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in November8December4° · Sea 6° · 1.0 h
In December, Karlshamn is cold: daytime highs average 4 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 5.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 59 mm in total. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Karlshamn.
Karlshamn in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Karlshamn
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 8°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in February (0°), the warmest in August (15°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from July to August. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from November to April, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 9 | 3° | 0° | 4.1° | 1.5 h | 12 | 56 |
| FebruaryFeb | 12 | 3° | 0° | 2.9° | 2.4 h | 10 | 45 |
| MarchMar | 19 | 6° | 1° | 3.0° | 4.6 h | 8 | 36 |
| AprilApr | 29 | 10° | 4° | 4.8° | 7.4 h | 8 | 33 |
| MayMay | 32 | 15° | 8° | 8.7° | 9.2 h | 10 | 48 |
| JuneJun | 31 | 19° | 12° | 13.6° | 9.8 h | 10 | 58 |
| JulyJul | 41 | 21° | 15° | 16.5° | 9.3 h | 12 | 76 |
| AugustAug | 40 | 21° | 15° | 17.6° | 8.2 h | 12 | 67 |
| SeptemberSep | 23 | 17° | 12° | 15.3° | 6.2 h | 9 | 53 |
| OctoberOct | 10 | 12° | 8° | 11.7° | 3.4 h | 12 | 67 |
| NovemberNov | 8 | 7° | 5° | 8.6° | 1.6 h | 13 | 59 |
| DecemberDec | 8 | 4° | 1° | 5.9° | 1.0 h | 12 | 59 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Karlshamn
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 9.5 – 13.2 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Karlshamn ranges from 2.9 °C in February to 17.6 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From November to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 15.6 and 19.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 4.1° | 2.7° | 5.4° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 2.9° | 1.6° | 4.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 3.0° | 1.5° | 4.4° | cold |
| AprilApr | 4.8° | 3.6° | 5.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 8.7° | 7.3° | 10.1° | cold |
| JuneJun | 13.6° | 12.3° | 15.0° | cold |
| JulyJul | 16.5° | 14.1° | 18.6° | cold |
| AugustAug | 17.6° | 15.6° | 19.6° | fresh |
| SeptemberSep | 15.3° | 13.2° | 16.8° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 11.7° | 9.5° | 13.2° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 8.6° | 7.5° | 10.0° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 5.9° | 4.6° | 7.5° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Karlshamn
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 3.4 of 10.5 hours of daylight in Karlshamn, 32 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Karlshamn: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Karlshamn has about 12 rainy days with 67 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Karlshamn
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 1 · lowLittle protection needed; sunglasses on bright days.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 6).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 105 min
- Fair skin
- over 2 h
- Light brown skin
- over 2 h
- Olive skin
- over 2 h
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Karlshamn
How breezy and how cloudy Karlshamn is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Karlshamn typically peaks at 23 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Sep – Jun.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 72 % of the sky over Karlshamn: mostly cloudy, with about 3.4 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Snow in Karlshamn
Snow is possible in Karlshamn, but no month makes it likely: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Karlshamn.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Planning a trip to Karlshamn
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Karlshamn in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Karlshamn has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 40) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 9).
- 26
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 8 °C by day
- Sea 4 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Snow
- 32
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 10 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
- 40
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
FairBest holidays
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
- 10
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 12 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 3.4 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
- 9
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 4 °C by day
- Sea 5 °C
- 1.3 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 50 min
- Distance
- 1,130 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Karlshamn vs Sölvesborg
In October the holiday weather in Karlshamn and Sölvesborg is about equally good (score 10 vs 11). During the day it is about as warm in Sölvesborg as in Karlshamn. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Karlshamn | Sölvesborg |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 10 | 11 |
| Daytime high | 12° | 12° |
| Sea | 12° | 12° |
| Sunshine | 3 h | 3 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 11 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug | Jul – Aug |
Through the year
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In October, Karlshamn ranks 23 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 3Lund12°35
- 4Älmhult11°32
- 5Vimmerby11°31
- 6Linköping11°30
- 7Gothenburg12°12°29
- 8Växjö11°28
- 23KarlshamnThis page12°12°10
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Frequently asked questions about Karlshamn
When is the best time to visit Karlshamn?
The best time to visit Karlshamn is from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Karlshamn?
The sea temperature in Karlshamn ranges from 2.9 °C in February to 17.6 °C in August. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Karlshamn in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 11.7 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Karlshamn?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 21 °C and nights around 15 °C. January is the coolest month at 3 °C.
When does it rain most in Karlshamn?
Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is July with 76 mm. The driest month is April with 33 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Karlshamn get?
Karlshamn gets around 1,970 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 9.8 hours a day; in December there are 1.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Karlshamn in?
Karlshamn is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Karlshamn?
A nonstop flight from London to Karlshamn takes about 1 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,130 km.
Which school holidays are best for Karlshamn?
Karlshamn has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 40) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 9). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 26, May half-term 32, summer holidays 40, October half-term 10, Christmas holidays 9.