Gävle, Sweden: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Gävle, Sweden? If you're planning to go to Gävle, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Gävle
- Important essentials for Gävle
- Activities for Gävle
- Gävle in January: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in February: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in March: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in April: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in May: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in June: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in July: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in August: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in September: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in October: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in November: weather and what to pack
- Gävle in December: weather and what to pack
About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Gävle, Sweden
Based on the climate and weather in Gävle, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Gävle, Sweden
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Gävle, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly choice.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Luggage protection
Theft can be a problem, so lock your luggage. We recommend this lock.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should be sufficient for most areas, but you should check with your hotel.
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For families with young children
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Gävle. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Gävle, Sweden by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Gävle in January, you will notice that it is frosty. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Thermal undergarments
We chose:
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Fleece inner layer
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Lip balm
The best pick: this
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best choices:
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Extreme cold weather gloves
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
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Pajamas
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Heavy sweaters
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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A rain coat to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants are vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
February
If you are traveling to Gävle in February, you will notice that it is very cold. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Lip balm
The best choice: this one
-
Thermal undergarments
We chose:
-
Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best choices:
-
Heavy sweaters
-
Extreme cold weather gloves
-
Scarf/neck warmer
-
Fleece inner layer
-
Insulated ice boots
We use:
-
Pajamas
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
March
If you go to Gävle in March, you will notice that it is frosty. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
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Gloves
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Warm pants or jeans
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Heavy jacket
-
Lip balm
Our favorite option: here
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Sweaters
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
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Cold weather footwear
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A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
April
April in Gävle is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It tends to rain once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Heavy jacket
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Sweaters
-
Lip balm
Our pick is: here
-
Gloves
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Cold weather footwear
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
May
If you are traveling to Gävle in May, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Jacket or coat
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Warm pants or jeans
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Light gloves or mittens
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: this
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Extra socks
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Fleece
-
Standard footwear
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
June
Traveling to Gävle in June, you will notice that it can be chilly. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pants or jeans
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Light and heavy skirts
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Dresses
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Standard footwear
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Extra socks
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
July
July in Gävle is balmy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 50s F (single digits C). It tends to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Dresses
-
Extra socks
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
August
August in Gävle is cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
September
If you go to Gävle in September, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Pants or jeans
-
Dresses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
October
October in Gävle is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best pick: here
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Extra socks
-
Jacket or coat
-
Fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
November
November in Gävle is freezing. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Gloves
-
Sweaters
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Heavy jacket
-
Lip balm
Our pick is: this one
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Cold weather footwear
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
December
December in Gävle is frigid. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Lip balm
Our favorite option: here
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Gloves
-
Heavy jacket
-
Sweaters
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Cold weather footwear
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
If you go to the Regional Art & History Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
Activities for Gävle, Sweden
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Gävle.
Uppsala Cathedral (Uppsala Domkyrka)
Uppsala Castle (Uppsala Slott)
Botanical Gardens
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