August 9 sees frequent showers in Gothenburg. Historical data shows a 42% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 20°C. Gothenburg is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Gothenburg
Currency
SEK
kr Swedish krona
Language
Swedish
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.564
Gothenburg Weather Forecast for August 9
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.3°C. 42% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Gothenburg in August
Based on historical data for August 9, Gothenburg typically experiences temperatures between 13.9°C and 20.3°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 42% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Gothenburg
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
20.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.4°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
42%
Avg 3.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
63%
Overcast
Pressure
1012.9 hPa
High volatility
Gothenburg Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 85% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 30 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 45 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 75 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.5°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Sweden
Flight Traffic
High
86/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~66
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Gothenburg
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:24
☀️ Noon
12:18
🌇 Sunset
20:13
⏱️ Daylight
15h 49m
Wind Speed
15.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Gothenburg
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Gothenburg on August 9 averages 20.3°C with a 42% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 89/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Gothenburg Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 12
20.3°C • 35% rain
Score
92
August 13
20.5°C • 35% rain
Score
92
August 3
20.3°C • 36% rain
Score
91
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📍 Is Gothenburg Worth Visiting on August 9?
Planning a trip to Gothenburg on August 9? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 20.3°C with a 42% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 66 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Sweden, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 18.9°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.74m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 9 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.5°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 10.1°C in 2022.