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Forsby, Sweden

Gävleborg · Sweden

Forsby is a small town in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 646. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
646 Population 1,900/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$49,356 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,356 median income

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People

Population646
Density1,900/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$49,356

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population646
Population Density1,900 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates60.7167°, 17.1333°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (616 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.5 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$49,356

About Forsby

Forsby is a small town in Sweden (Gävleborg) with a population of 646. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Forsby is $49,356, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 71 business establishments.

Income: Forsby vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$49,356
34% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)71

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Forsby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below Sweden avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,900/sq mi
Coordinates60.7167°N, 17.1333°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 5, 1995.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 105 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 122 km
Apr 5, 1995 9 km N of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.7 143 km
Mar 30, 1995 11 km SSW of Norrtälje, Sweden M2.7 145 km
Apr 3, 1995 14 km NE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.6 145 km
Apr 5, 1995 6 km NNE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
October 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 33°F (1°C) 2.3 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.0 in

Forsby has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 25°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Forsby

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tallbacksskolan - - - -
Milboskolan - - - -
Tallbo särskola - - - -
Strömsbro Skola - - - -
Varva Skola - - - -
Stigslunds skola - - - -
Ulvsätersskolan - - - -
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Radio Stations near Forsby

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 Forsby

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Forsbacka Bruk
Gävleborg County Museum
Hemliga fortet
Hille Hembygdsgård
Joe Hill-gården
Konstcentrum
Norrsundets Arbetarmuseum
Sveriges Fängelsemuseum
Swedish Railway Museum
Swedish Railway Museum

Libraries in Forsby

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Agnes Kulturhus0.0
Andersbergs Bibliotek0.0
Bomhus Bibliotek0.0
Forsbackas bibliotek0.0
Högskolebiblioteket0.0
Valbo Bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Forsby

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emils pizzeria
Gävle Golfrestaurang
Hillerian Pizzeria & Pub

Dentists in Forsby

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Folktandvården
HL Dentalteknik AB
Total Dental Sweden AB

Gas Stations in Forsby

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

OKQ8
Preem - Gävle, Hille

Golf Courses in Forsby

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gävle GolfKlubb

Breweries in Forsby

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Öbybryggeri

Stadiums & Teams in Forsby

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Forsby

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 Forsby

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gävle Sandviken AirportGVXMedium Airport
Söderhamn AirportSOOMedium Airport
Gryttjom Airfield-Small Airport
Lemstanas Airfield-Small Airport
Mohed Airfield-Small Airport
Tierp Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Forsby

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hille kyrka
Strömsbro 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 Forsby

What is the population of Forsby?

Forsby has a population of 646 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,900 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.

Is Forsby expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,356, 34% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Forsby?

Forsby 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 61°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Forsby?

There are 71 business establishments in the area.

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