April Packing List for Stockholm — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Light parkaEssential

  Stockholm's April 36–52°F with 8 precip days at Gamla Stan requires a light parka for spring showers.

• Waterproof jacketEssential

  Stockholm's April winds on archipelago ferries demand a waterproof shell.

• Layered sweaterEssential

  Stockholm's April temps at Kungsträdgården need layered sweaters for variability.

• Quick-dry pantsEssential

  Stockholm's April rain near Djurgården paths and Vasa Museum needs quick-dry pants.

• Waterproof bootsEssential

  Stockholm's April slush on Gamla Stan cobblestones requires waterproof boots.

• Grippy sneakersEssential

  Stockholm's April mud at Kungsträdgården benefits from grippy sneakers.

• Wool socksEssential

  Stockholm's 36°F April lows around Södermalm demand warm wool socks.

• Windproof beanieEssential

  Stockholm's Baltic winds in April chill heads on archipelago ferries.

• Waterproof glovesEssential

  Stockholm's April precip at Djurgården requires waterproof gloves near Vasa Museum.

• Wool scarfEssential

  Stockholm's cool April air in Gamla Stan alleys needs a scarf.

• Daypack with rain coverEssential

  Stockholm's April precip requires a covered pack for Gamla Stan.

Clothing

• Light parkaEssential

  Stockholm's April 36–52°F with 8 precip days at Gamla Stan requires a light parka for spring showers.

• Waterproof jacketEssential

  Stockholm's April winds on archipelago ferries demand a waterproof shell.

• Layered sweaterEssential

  Stockholm's April temps at Kungsträdgården need layered sweaters for variability.

• Quick-dry pantsEssential

  Stockholm's April rain near Djurgården paths and Vasa Museum needs quick-dry pants.

Footwear

• Waterproof bootsEssential

  Stockholm's April slush on Gamla Stan cobblestones requires waterproof boots.

• Grippy sneakersEssential

  Stockholm's April mud at Kungsträdgården benefits from grippy sneakers.

• Wool socksEssential

  Stockholm's 36°F April lows around Södermalm demand warm wool socks.

• Spare insolesRecommended

  Stockholm's wet April conditions near ferries require dry insoles.

Accessories

• Windproof beanieEssential

  Stockholm's Baltic winds in April chill heads on archipelago ferries.

• Waterproof glovesEssential

  Stockholm's April precip at Djurgården requires waterproof gloves near Vasa Museum.

• Wool scarfEssential

  Stockholm's cool April air in Gamla Stan alleys needs a scarf.

• Packable hatRecommended

  Stockholm's variable April weather at Kungsträdgården suits a packable hat.

Gear

• Daypack with rain coverEssential

  Stockholm's April precip requires a covered pack for Gamla Stan.

• Portable umbrellaRecommended

  Stockholm's rainy April at ferries benefits from a compact umbrella.

• Microfiber towelRecommended

  Stockholm's wet April near Vasa Museum helps dry layers.

• Hand warmerRecommended

  Stockholm's breezy April ferry rides need hand warmers.