Gällivare, Sweden
Norrbotten · Sweden
Gällivare is a small city in Norrbotten, Sweden with a population of 12,385. Elevation: 1,191 ft (363 m). Average temperature: 31°F (-1°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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People
Climate
| Population | 12,385 |
| Population Density | 3,043 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| Coordinates | 67.1339°, 20.6528° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Norrbotten |
| Average Temperature | 31°F (-1°C) |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.2 inches (564 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.8 inches (25 cm) |
About Gällivare
Gällivare is a small city in Sweden (Norrbotten) with a population of 12,385. The city sits at an elevation of 1,191 feet (363 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 31°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from 9°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Climate in Gällivare
Gällivare has an average annual temperature of -0.1°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jul (13.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-11.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 880 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 30.5°F |
| 44% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,043/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 67.1339°N, 20.6528°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 10°F (-12°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 1.5 in |
Gällivare has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 9°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (1.0").
Schools in Gällivare
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sjöparksskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Sameskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Hedskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Mariaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Malmens friskola | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Gällivare
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gällivare museum | ||||
| Hembygdsgård | ||||
| Kåkstaden | ||||
| LKAB Gruvmuseum | ||||
| Saami summercamp | ||||
| Welcome House |
Hotels in Gällivare
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gällivare
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gällivare
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gällivare
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gällivare
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gällivare
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gällivare
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Gällivare
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gällivare
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gällivare
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kiruna Airport | KRN | Large Airport |
| Gällivare Airport | GEV | Medium Airport |
| Jokkmokk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kalixfors Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tjautjasjaure Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Vuollerim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gällivare
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gällivare gamla kyrka | |
| Gällivare kyrka | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
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Waterfalls Near Gällivare
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Gällivare.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Hakkasfallet |
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Public Holidays in Sweden
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What is the population of Gällivare?
Gällivare has a population of 12,385 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 3,043 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gällivare?
Gällivare has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow.
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