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Gävle, Sweden
Gävleborg · Sweden
Gävle is a mid-size city in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 74,884. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 74,884 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.6745°, 17.1417° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Gävleborg |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (616 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.5 inches (21 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,356 |
About Gävle
Gävle is a mid-size city in Sweden (Gävleborg) with a population of 74,884. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 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.
Income: Gävle vs Sweden
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,356 |
| 34% below Sweden avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 164 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Gävle
Gävle has an average annual temperature of 6.3°C (43°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 731 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 2,122.4 sq mi (5,497.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.6745°N, 17.1417°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
Gävle 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").
Colleges & Universities in Gävle
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Högskolan i Gävle | University | - | , |
| Läroviken | College | - | , |
Schools in Gävle
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sjöängsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Sofiaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Solängsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Nynässkolan | - | - | - | - |
| Borgarskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Söderskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Polhemsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Vallbacksskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Hemlingborgs skola | - | - | - | - |
| Hemlingby skola | - | - | - | - |
| Andersbergsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Engelska Skolan | - | - | - | - |
| Vikingaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Sörbyskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Staffansskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Internationella Engelska Skolan Senior | - | - | - | - |
| Lilla Sätraskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Vasaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Vasaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Thoren Business School | - | - | - | - |
| Gefle Montessori Skola | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gävle
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 Gävle
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forsbacka Bruk | ||||
| Gävleborg County Museum | ||||
| Hemliga fortet | ||||
| Hille Hembygdsgård | ||||
| Joe Hill-gården | ||||
| Konstcentrum | ||||
| Sveriges Fängelsemuseum | ||||
| Swedish Railway Museum | ||||
| Swedish Railway Museum |
Libraries in Gävle
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agnes Kulturhus | 0.0 | |||||
| Andersbergs Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bomhus Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Forsbackas bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Högskolebiblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Valbo Bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Gävle
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gävle
97 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gävle
22 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Gävle
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Gävle
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Gävle
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Gävle
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gävle
17 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gävle
20 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Gävle
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gävle
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gävle
25 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gävle
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Gävle
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gävle
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gävle
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Öbybryggeri |
Stadiums & Teams in Gävle
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Gävle
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 Gävle
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gävle Sandviken Airport | GVX | Medium Airport |
| Söderhamn Airport | SOO | Medium Airport |
| Gryttjom Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lemstanas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mohed Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tierp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gävle
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Coop Eken | |
| Coop Krysset | |
| Företagscenter Gävle syd | |
| Jetpack Sandviken | |
| Posten |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gävle
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al-Rashideen Moské | |
| Betlehemskyrkan | |
| Björsjökyrkan | |
| Bomhus kyrka | |
| Hedvigslundskyrkan | |
| Heliga Trefaldighets kyrka | |
| Hemlingby kyrka | |
| Jesu Kristi Kyrka av Sista Dagars Heliga | |
| Korskyrkan | |
| Mariakyrkan | |
| Rikets sal | |
| Saint Pauli Parish | |
| Soldatkyrkan | |
| Staffanskyrkan | |
| Tomaskyrkan |
Quick Facts
Around Gävle
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Gävle
12 places within 15 km
- • Gravfältet Jättendalarna
- • Lillsjön
- • Gävle slott
- • Mässhakbergets grotta
- • Försvarsplats Harnäs
- • Hemlingbyberget
- • Hilleklack
- • Jungfrubacken
- • Måsberget
- • Vilhelmsberget
- • Långhäll
- • Soludden
🇸🇪 About Sweden
Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gävle
What is the population of Gävle?
Gävle has a population of 74,884 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 2,122.4 square miles.
Is Gävle 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 Gävle?
Gävle 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 Gävle?
There are 164 business establishments in the area, including 94 restaurants and food service locations.