November Packing List for Stockholm — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Insulated parkaEssential

  Stockholm's November averages 34–43°F with 11 precip days making Gamla Stan's cobblestones icy and requiring a parka for Royal Palace visits.

• Merino wool base layerEssential

  Stockholm's Baltic winds in November penetrate layers around archipelago ferries.

• Fleece mid-layerEssential

  Stockholm's November conditions at Kungsträdgården demand extra insulation.

• Waterproof pantsEssential

  Stockholm's 11 November precip days turn Djurgården paths muddy near the Vasa Museum.

• Waterproof insulated bootsEssential

  Stockholm's November snow and slush on Gamla Stan cobblestones require grippy boots.

• Wool socksEssential

  Stockholm's 34°F November lows around Södermalm demand thick socks.

• Windproof beanieEssential

  Stockholm's Baltic winds in November chill during ferry rides to the archipelago.

• Thermal glovesEssential

  Stockholm's cold November evenings at the Royal Palace demand gloves.

• Wool scarfEssential

  Stockholm's November air in Gamla Stan alleys requires a scarf.

• Daypack with rain coverEssential

  Stockholm's 11 November precip days require a covered pack for Kungsträdgården.

• Small umbrellaEssential

  Stockholm's November rain and snow at Gamla Stan calls for umbrella protection.

Clothing

• Insulated parkaEssential

  Stockholm's November averages 34–43°F with 11 precip days making Gamla Stan's cobblestones icy and requiring a parka for Royal Palace visits.

• Merino wool base layerEssential

  Stockholm's Baltic winds in November penetrate layers around archipelago ferries.

• Fleece mid-layerEssential

  Stockholm's November conditions at Kungsträdgården demand extra insulation.

• Waterproof pantsEssential

  Stockholm's 11 November precip days turn Djurgården paths muddy near the Vasa Museum.

Footwear

• Waterproof insulated bootsEssential

  Stockholm's November snow and slush on Gamla Stan cobblestones require grippy boots.

• Wool socksEssential

  Stockholm's 34°F November lows around Södermalm demand thick socks.

• Ice grippersRecommended

  Stockholm's icy November terrain at Kungsträdgården necessitates grippers.

• Spare insolesRecommended

  Stockholm's wet November conditions near ferries keep boots damp.

Accessories

• Windproof beanieEssential

  Stockholm's Baltic winds in November chill during ferry rides to the archipelago.

• Thermal glovesEssential

  Stockholm's cold November evenings at the Royal Palace demand gloves.

• Wool scarfEssential

  Stockholm's November air in Gamla Stan alleys requires a scarf.

• Waterproof mittensRecommended

  Stockholm's snowy November at Djurgården needs mittens near the Vasa Museum.

Gear

• Daypack with rain coverEssential

  Stockholm's 11 November precip days require a covered pack for Kungsträdgården.

• Portable hand warmerRecommended

  Stockholm's windy November ferry rides benefit from warmers.

• Small umbrellaEssential

  Stockholm's November rain and snow at Gamla Stan calls for umbrella protection.

• Microfiber towelRecommended

  Stockholm's slushy November conditions near the Vasa Museum help dry boots.