May Packing List for Stockholm — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Light parkaEssential

  Stockholm's May 43–61°F with 8 precip days at Gamla Stan requires a light parka for spring rain.

• Windproof shellEssential

  Stockholm's May winds on archipelago ferries demand a windproof shell.

• Layered sweaterEssential

  Stockholm's May temps at Kungsträdgården need layered sweaters.

• Quick-dry pantsEssential

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

• Waterproof bootsEssential

  Stockholm's May showers on Gamla Stan cobblestones require waterproof boots.

• Grippy sneakersEssential

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

• Wool socksEssential

  Stockholm's 43°F May lows around Södermalm demand warm wool socks.

• Windproof beanieEssential

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

• Waterproof glovesEssential

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

• Wool scarfEssential

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

• Daypack with rain coverEssential

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

Clothing

• Light parkaEssential

  Stockholm's May 43–61°F with 8 precip days at Gamla Stan requires a light parka for spring rain.

• Windproof shellEssential

  Stockholm's May winds on archipelago ferries demand a windproof shell.

• Layered sweaterEssential

  Stockholm's May temps at Kungsträdgården need layered sweaters.

• Quick-dry pantsEssential

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

Footwear

• Waterproof bootsEssential

  Stockholm's May showers on Gamla Stan cobblestones require waterproof boots.

• Grippy sneakersEssential

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

• Wool socksEssential

  Stockholm's 43°F May lows around Södermalm demand warm wool socks.

• Spare insolesRecommended

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

Accessories

• Windproof beanieEssential

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

• Waterproof glovesEssential

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

• Wool scarfEssential

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

• Packable hatRecommended

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

Gear

• Daypack with rain coverEssential

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

• Portable umbrellaRecommended

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

• Microfiber towelRecommended

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

• Hand warmerRecommended

  Stockholm's breezy May ferry rides need hand warmers.