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Brastad, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Brastad is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 2,289. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,289 Population 1,683/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
33.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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About Brastad

Brastad

Brastad is a locality situated in Lysekil Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden. It had 1,846 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population2,289
Density1,683/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population2,289
Population Density1,683 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates58.3833°, 11.4833°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.7 inches (855 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.7 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Brastad

Brastad is a small town in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 2,289. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Brastad is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 252 business establishments.

Income: Brastad vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)252

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Brastad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. The area receives 10.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below Sweden avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,683/sq mi
Coordinates58.3833°N, 11.4833°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.7"
11% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 10.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.90"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

Feb 19, 1992 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway M3.8 93 km
May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 107 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 63 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 69 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 150 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 42 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 60 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 46 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 116 km
Apr 26, 2005 24 km N of Hirtshals, Denmark M2.7 111 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 102 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 109 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 58 km
Jun 8, 2005 3 km WNW of Skagen, Denmark M2.6 92 km
Apr 25, 2008 9 km NNW of Strandby, Denmark M2.5 109 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1966 EASTERN NORWAY Meteorological 6.0 m - 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 3.0 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 3.7 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 3.2 in

Brastad has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 28°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Brastad

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Stångenässkolan - - - -
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Radio Stations near Brastad

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Sotenäs 00s, 70s MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Brastad

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bildtska Hembygdsmuseet
Fornstugan
Gamla Bruket
Linmuseum
Skandiamuséet
Skol- och hembyggdsmuseum
Stenhuggarmuseum
Vikarvets Bohusmuseum

Libraries in Brastad

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fjällbacka bibliotek0.0
Gullholmens bibliotek0.0
Henåns bibliotek0.0
Kungshamns bibliotek0.0
Lysekils stadsbibliotek0.0
Munkedals bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Brastad

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nordens Ark Hotell

Restaurants in Brastad

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restaurang Oasen

Cafes in Brastad

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Röe Gård Butik & Café

Zoos in Brastad

2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nordens Ark
Nordens Ark Lantgård

Dentists in Brastad

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SE #2963992841

Gas Stations in Brastad

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ingo
Preem

Gyms in Brastad

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SE #9009876241

Golf Courses in Brastad

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lysekils Golfklubb

Ski Resorts Near Brastad

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Brudarebacken 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Alebacken 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Brastad

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Säve AirportGSEMedium Airport
Backamo Airfield-Small Airport
Esgrene Field-Small Airport
Fjällbacka Anra Airfield-Small Airport
Kattleberg Airfield-Small Airport
Näsinge Airfield-Small Airport
Rörkärr Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Brastad

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Brastads kyrka
Bro kyrka

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Stockholm

🇸🇪 About Sweden

Capital Stockholm
Population 10,183,175
Area 449,964 km²
GDP (USD) $578,990,915,246
GDP per capita $54,950
HDI 0.952
Life expectancy 83.3 years
Internet users 95.7%
Urban population 88.6%
Currency SEK (Krona)
Languages Swedish
Calling code +46
TLD .se
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Sweden

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nyårsdagen
Jan 6 Epiphany Trettondedag jul
Apr 3 Good Friday Långfredagen
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Påskdagen
Apr 6 Easter Monday Annandag påsk
May 1 International Workers' Day Första maj
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi himmelsfärdsdag
May 24 Pentecost Pingstdagen
Jun 6 National Day of Sweden Sveriges nationaldag
Jun 19 Midsummer Eve Midsommarafton
Jun 20 Midsummer Day Midsommardagen
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Alla helgons dag
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Julafton
Dec 25 Christmas Day Juldagen
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Annandag jul
Dec 31 New Year's Eve Nyårsafton

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brastad

What is the population of Brastad?

Brastad has a population of 2,289 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,683 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.

Is Brastad 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 Brastad?

Brastad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches, with 10.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Brastad?

There are 252 business establishments in the area.

Nearby Cities

Hunnebostrand 2,053 pop · 7.7 mi Lysekil 7,734 pop · 7.7 mi Kungshamn 3,657 pop · 8.2 mi Munkedal 3,910 pop · 9.0 mi Smögen 1,292 pop · 9.6 mi Henån 2,243 pop · 12.2 mi Ellös 1,036 pop · 13.8 mi Uddevalla 34,781 pop · 16.8 mi Ljungskile 3,689 pop · 19.3 mi Svanesund 1,946 pop · 20.6 mi Färgelanda 1,986 pop · 22.4 mi Grebbestad 1,877 pop · 23.5 mi Ödsmål 1,414 pop · 23.7 mi Tanumshede 1,774 pop · 24.2 mi
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