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Forshaga, Sweden
Värmland · Sweden
Forshaga is a small city in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 6,361. Elevation: 207 ft (63 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 6,361 |
| Population Density | 2,945 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.5254°, 13.4813° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Värmland |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.3 inches (694 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.0 inches (25 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Forshaga
Forshaga is a small city in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 6,361. The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet (63 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Income: Forshaga vs Sweden
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Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below Sweden avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 700 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Forshaga
Forshaga has an average annual temperature of 6.9°C (44°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 683 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,945/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.5254°N, 13.4813°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1969 | NORSALV RIVER | Meteorological | 5.0 m | — | 14 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in |
Forshaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 23°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Forshaga
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forshagaakademin | — | — | — | — |
| Forshaga Vuxenutbildning | — | — | — | — |
| Forshaga Lärcenter | — | — | — | — |
| Skivedsskolan | — | — | — | — |
| Grossbolsskolan | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Forshaga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sveriges Radio - P4 Värmland | local radio, sveriges radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Forshaga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigadmuseum | ||||
| Dyvelstens Flottningsmuseum | ||||
| Erlandergården | ||||
| Forshaga Hembygdförening | ||||
| Galleriet | ||||
| Gammelgården | ||||
| Gammelstugan | ||||
| Grava Hembygdsgård | ||||
| Grossbolsmagasinet | ||||
| Hammarö Skärgårdsmuseum | ||||
| Handelsbodsmuseet | ||||
| Klarälvsrummet | ||||
| Loftboden | ||||
| Lokstallet | ||||
| Myrastugan | ||||
| Runnevåls skolmuseum | ||||
| Sandgrund Lars Lerin | ||||
| Skolmuseet | ||||
| Stenåldersbåten | ||||
| Värmlands museum |
Libraries in Forshaga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Älvsbacka bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Deje bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Forshaga bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karlstad Sjukhusbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karlstads stadsbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karlstads universitetsbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kils bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kronoparkens bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Skåre Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Skattkärrs bibliotek | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Forshaga
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Forshaga
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Forshaga
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Forshaga
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Forshaga
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Forshaga
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Forshaga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Guys Brew |
Stadiums & Teams in Forshaga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Forshaga
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karlstad Airport | KSD | Medium Airport |
| Torsby Airport | TYF | Medium Airport |
| Brattforshede Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ekshärad Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hagfors Airport | HFS | Small Airport |
| Munkfors Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Säffle Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sunne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Forshaga
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Postombud |
Treatment Centers in Forshaga
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Barn- och ungdomshabilitering |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Forshaga
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Equmeniakyrkan | |
| Forshaga kyrka | |
| Pingstkyrkan |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Forshaga
What is the population of Forshaga?
Forshaga has a population of 6,361 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,945 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
Is Forshaga 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 Forshaga?
Forshaga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches, with 10.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Forshaga?
There are 700 business establishments in the area.