Albysjön (Botkyrka) Lake
Urban lake in Botkyrka, Stockholm County
A lake in Botkyrka Municipality, south of Stockholm, surrounded by walking paths and woodland; locals use it for short hikes, birdwatching and angling.
Albysjön (Botkyrka) at a Glance#
Address: Albysjön, Botkyrka Municipality, Stockholm County, Sweden
How to Get to Albysjön (Botkyrka)#
From central Stockholm, take the commuter rail to Tumba or the metro to Alby and then local buses or a 20-30 minute cycle to the lake depending on the access point. There are several walking paths and local signposts once in Botkyrka; cycling is an efficient way to explore the shore.
Tips for Visiting Albysjön (Botkyrka)#
- If biking in Botkyrka, follow local cycle paths that loop around Albysjön for better views than the main roads.
- Early morning or late afternoon light is best for birdwatching on the lake's reed beds.
- Check local municipality maps for designated public beaches and access points; private properties line parts of the shore.
Best Time to Visit Albysjön (Botkyrka)#
Late spring through summer for outdoor activities and birdwatching; weekdays are quieter than weekends.
Weather & Climate near Albysjön (Botkyrka)#
Albysjön (Botkyrka)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (552 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 0° | -7° | 40 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| February | Poor | -6° - 0° | -8° | 28 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 3° | -4° | 35 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 0° - 8° | 1° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.3h |
| May | Very Good | 5° - 15° | 10° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.2h |
| July | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 17° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.5h |
| August | Very Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.3h |
| September | Good | 8° - 15° | 12° | 54 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 5° | 50 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 5° | -1° | 57 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -5° | 49 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.9h |
