Färjestaden, Sweden
Kalmar · Sweden
Färjestaden is a small city in Kalmar, Sweden with a population of 6,674. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Färjestaden
Färjestaden is a locality situated in Mörbylånga Municipality, Kalmar County, Sweden with 5,018 inhabitants in 2010. It is located in the southern part of the island of Öland, on the Kalmar Strait side, south of Borgholm. Färjestaden, literally The Ferry Town, is named after the ferries that used to be the only connection to the mainland. Nowadays the car-bridge Ölandsbron connects the mainland with the island, and Färjestaden has had an impressive population increase, making it several times bigger than the town Mörbylånga.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,674 |
| Population Density | 2,418 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.6499°, 16.4686° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Kalmar |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.7 inches (500 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.7 inches (15 cm) |
About Färjestaden
Färjestaden is a small city in Sweden (Kalmar) with a population of 6,674. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,418/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.6499°N, 16.4686°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 35°F (1°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 1.8 in |
Färjestaden has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 30°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.1") and April the driest (1.1").
Schools in Färjestaden
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ölands friskola | - | - | - | - |
| Smaragdskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Östra Skolan | - | - | - | - |
| Färjestadens Högstadium | - | - | - | - |
| Förskolan Bärnstenen | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Färjestaden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borgholms Slott | ||||
| Borgholms Stadsmuseum | ||||
| Kalmar läns museum | ||||
| Ölands Museum Himmelsberga | ||||
| Tjorven Café |
Libraries in Färjestaden
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borgholms Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Färjestadens Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Färjestadens Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Lindsdalsbiblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Mörbylånga bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadsbiblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Stella | 0.0 |
Hotels in Färjestaden
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Färjestaden
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Färjestaden
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Färjestaden
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Färjestaden
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Färjestaden
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Färjestaden
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Färjestaden
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Färjestaden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ängöl |
Stadiums & Teams in Färjestaden
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Färjestaden
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kalmar Airport | KLR | Medium Airport |
| Borglanda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ölanda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oskarshamn Airport | OSK | Small Airport |
| Sandvik Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Färjestaden
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nådens kapell |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Färjestaden?
Färjestaden has a population of 6,674 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,418 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Färjestaden?
Färjestaden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.
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