Forsbacka, Sweden
Gävleborg · Sweden
Forsbacka is a small town in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 1,697. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°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 Forsbacka
Forsbacka is a locality situated in Gävle Municipality, Gävleborg County, Sweden with 1,702 inhabitants in 2010.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,697 |
| Population Density | 2,325 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.6167°, 16.8833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Gävleborg |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.7 inches (603 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.0 inches (20 cm) |
About Forsbacka
Forsbacka is a small town in Sweden (Gävleborg) with a population of 1,697. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,325/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.6167°N, 16.8833°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in |
Forsbacka has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 24°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Forsbacka
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forsbacka skola | - | - | - | - |
| Forsbacka skola | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Forsbacka
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Sandviken | local radio, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sveriges Radio P4 Gävleborg | local radio, music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Forsbacka
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Årsunda Viking | ||||
| Forsbacka Bruk | ||||
| Konstcentrum | ||||
| Smedsgården Bruksmuseum | ||||
| Swedish Railway Museum | ||||
| Vagnsmuseet |
Libraries in Forsbacka
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Björksätraskolan biblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Forsbackas bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Högskolebiblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandvikens Biblotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Valbo Bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Forsbacka
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Forsbacka
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Forsbacka
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Forsbacka
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Öbybryggeri |
Stadiums & Teams in Forsbacka
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Forsbacka
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lapphällarna | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kungsberget | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Forsbacka
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gävle Sandviken Airport | GVX | Medium Airport |
| Söderhamn Airport | SOO | Medium Airport |
| Ärna Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Bollnäs | - | Small Airport |
| Gryttjom Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lemstanas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mohed Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nyby Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sala flygfält | - | Small Airport |
| Tierp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Uppsala-Sundbro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Forsbacka
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Forsbacka kyrka |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Forsbacka?
Forsbacka has a population of 1,697 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,325 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Forsbacka?
Forsbacka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow.
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