Winter tyre laws in Sweden
Winter tyres are required in wintry conditions between 1 December and 31 March.
Sweden requires winter tyres from 1 December to 31 March when winter road conditions exist.
- Rule
- Situational
- Period
- 1 December – 31 March
Last verified 2 November 2026. Informational only, not legal advice. · Official source
From when do the winter tyre rules apply in Sweden?
The rule applies from 1 December to 31 March. Sweden requires winter tyres from 1 December to 31 March when winter road conditions exist.
When should you change to winter tyres before driving in Sweden?
Legal dates are a minimum, not the best date. Winter tyres grip better once the average temperature stays below about 7 °C, and before the first frost or snow. The calculator works out the best days for any town.
Whatever the law says, the temperature decides how well your tyres grip. Use the calculator for dates tailored to your town and driving profile. Calculator