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Borås, Sweden
Västra Götaland · Sweden
Borås is a mid-size city in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 71,700. Elevation: 469 ft (143 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 71,700 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.7210°, 12.9401° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Västra Götaland |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.8 inches (1,011 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.2 inches (34 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Borås
Borås is a mid-size city in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 71,700. The city sits at an elevation of 469 feet (143 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Income: Borås vs Sweden
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Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below Sweden avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 7,887 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Borås
Borås has an average annual temperature of 7.4°C (45°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-1°C). Average annual precipitation is 981 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| Area | 1,239.8 sq mi (3,211.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.7210°N, 12.9401°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.8 in | |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 4.2 in |
Borås has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 28°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.2").
Colleges & Universities in Borås
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folkuniversitetet | College | - | , |
| Fristads folkhögskola | College | - | , |
| Naturbruksskolan Svenljunga | College | - | Visit → |
| Textilhögskolan | University | - | Visit → |
| University of Borås | University | - | Visit → |
| Viskadalens Folkhögskola & Kursgård | College | - | , |
Schools in Borås
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Särlaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Kristinebergskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Fredriksborgskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Engelbrektskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Almåsgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Viskastrandsgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Björkhöjdsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Ekarängsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Bergdalskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Malmen Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| Erikslundskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Hestra Midgårdskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Svedjeskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Fjärdingskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Kunskapsskolan Borås | - | - | - | - |
| Borås Kristna Skola | - | - | - | - |
| Daltorpskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Byttorpskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Trandaredsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Bäckängsgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Sven Eriksonsgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Sjöboskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Bodaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| LBS Kreativa Gymnasiet Borås | - | - | - | - |
| Kunskapsskolan Borås | - | - | - | - |
| Drottning Blankas Gymnasieskola Borås | - | - | - | - |
| Mariedal | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Borås
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Borås
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abecita Popkonst och Foto | ||||
| Almedahls Museum | ||||
| Borås Konstmuseum | ||||
| Borås Museum | ||||
| Bynanders Motormuseum | ||||
| Library museum | ||||
| NAVET | ||||
| Rydals Museum | ||||
| Textilmuseet |
Libraries in Borås
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotek & läranderesurser | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Borås Stadsbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Byttorps Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalsjöfors Biblotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Fritsla bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Göta bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kinna bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Borås
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Borås
63 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Borås
14 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Borås
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Borås
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Borås
2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Borås
17 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Borås
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Borås
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Borås
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Borås
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Borås
8 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Borås
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Borås
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Borås
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trollhöjden | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Borås
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Göteborg Landvetter Airport | GOT | Large Airport |
| Såtenäs Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Trollhättan-Vänersborg Airport | THN | Medium Airport |
| Ålleberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Anderstorp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Borås Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falköping Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Herrljunga Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lidköping-Hovby Airport | LDK | Small Airport |
| Öresten Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rödene Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Smålandsstenar Smålanda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Timmele Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varberg Getterön Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vårgårda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Borås
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bussgods |
Treatment Centers in Borås
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Närhälsan Fristad rehabmottagning |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Borås
23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Borås Adventkyrka | |
| Borås Moské | |
| Bosnisk Islamiska församlingen Borås | |
| Byttorpskyrkan | |
| Caroli församlingshem | |
| Caroli kyrka | |
| Dammsvedjans kyrka | |
| Gustav Adolfs församlingshem | |
| Gustav Adolfskyrkan | |
| Hässleholmens kyrka | |
| Immanuelskyrkan Borås | |
| Jehovas vittnen - Rikets sal | |
| Jesu Kristi Kyrka av Sista Dagars Heliga | |
| Korskyrkan Borås | |
| Pingstkyrkan Borås | |
| Ramnakyrkan | |
| Saint Sigfrid Catholic Parish | |
| Sankt Ansgars kapell | |
| Sankta Birgittas gravkapell | |
| Sjöbo kyrka |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Borås
19 places within 15 km
- • Sockenhemmanet Wäghall
- • Asklanda
- • Nabben
- • Vassviken
- • Gyltas grotta
- • Flaménska galleriet
- • Byttorps Toppen
- • Guttabergen
- • Häglared
- • Halleberg
- • Hökåsen
- + 3 more
- • Kvarnrester
- • Hestra klint
- • Rya klint
- • Ryssby klint
- • Borås Djurpark
🇸🇪 About Sweden
Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Borås
What is the population of Borås?
Borås has a population of 71,700 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 1,239.8 square miles.
Is Borås expensive to live in?
The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Borås?
Borås has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches, with 13.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Borås?
There are 7,887 business establishments in the area.