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Gagnef, Sweden

Dalarna · Sweden

Gagnef is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 1,199. Elevation: 564 ft (172 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,199 Population 869/sq mi density
564 ft Elevation 172 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
25.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$78,084 Median Income
B+
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3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$78,084 median income

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About Gagnef

Gagnef

Gagnef is the second largest locality situated in Gagnef Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden with 1,049 inhabitants in 2010.
Gagnef consists of several small villages: The Church Village, Kyrkbyn, The Station Village, Stationsbyn, Moje, Moje, Tjaerna, Tjärna, Graev, Gräv, Gaersholn, Gärsholm, Gagnefs Grauda, Gagnefs Gråda, Osterfors, Österfors, Vaesterfors, Västerfors, Nordbaeck, Nordbäck, Gagnefsbyn, Gagnefsbyn, Nordauker, Nordåker and Pellesgaurdarna, Pellesgårdarna.

People

Population1,199
Density869/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,084

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Population1,199
Population Density869 / sq mi
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Coordinates60.5986°, 15.0775°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.5 inches (648 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.1 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$78,084

About Gagnef

Gagnef is a small town in Sweden (Dalarna) with a population of 1,199. The city sits at an elevation of 564 feet (172 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Gagnef is $78,084, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The area has 132 business establishments.

Income: Gagnef vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$78,084
4% above Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)132

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Gagnef

Gagnef has an average annual temperature of 5.8°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 584 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -4.3°C / 24°F -7.3° / -1.3° 36.9
Feb -3.8°C / 25°F -7.4° / -0.3° 27.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F -4.2° / 4.3° 26.0
Apr 5.1°C / 41°F -0.3° / 10.5° 32.1
May 10.4°C / 51°F 4.6° / 16.3° 49.4
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.5° 65.2
Jul 17.4°C / 63°F 11.7° / 23° 76.0
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 10.7° / 21° 75.9
Sep 11.2°C / 52°F 6.8° / 15.5° 45.2
Oct 5.3°C / 42°F 2.1° / 8.5° 62.0
Nov 0.7°C / 33°F -1.7° / 3.1° 48.1
Dec -3°C / 27°F -5.7° / -0.2° 39.8
Gagnef has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 564 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.7°F
26% below Sweden avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density869/sq mi
Coordinates60.5986°N, 15.0775°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.5"
33% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.19"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.7 on Apr 11, 1993.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 132 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
September 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
October 40°F (5°C) 2.3 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 2.3 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 1.7 in

Gagnef has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 21°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Gagnef

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kyrkskolan - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gagnef

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sveriges Radio P4 Dalarna local AAC 288 kbps

Museums in Gagnef

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Åhlen-paviljongen
Alfvéngården
Buffils Annas minne-stuga
Clas Ohlson-museet
Dövas kulturarvscentrum
Gagnefs Minnesstuga (hembygdsgård)
Holens gammelgård
Leksands Hembygdsgård
Naturum Dalarna
Ottilia Adelborgmuseet
Sågmyra museum
Skolmuseum

Libraries in Gagnef

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Leksands kulturhus0.0

Hotels in Gagnef

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wikgården Bädd & Frukost

Restaurants in Gagnef

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gagnefs pizzeria
Rältagården

Train Stations in Gagnef

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gagnef

Gas Stations in Gagnef

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Preem - Gagnef, Ernst Hedlundsvägen
SE #10556331718

Breweries in Gagnef

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
The Beer Factory

Ski Resorts Near Gagnef

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Romme Alpin 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Gagnef

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dala AirportBLEMedium Airport
Mora AirportMXXMedium Airport
Dala Järna Airfield-Small Airport
Gagnef Airfield-Small Airport
Hällefors Airfield-Small Airport
Ludvika Airfield-Small Airport
Örnlanda Airstrip-Small Airport
Orsa Airfield-Small Airport
Siljansnäs Air Park-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gagnef

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Djura kyrka
Gagnefs 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 Gagnef

What is the population of Gagnef?

Gagnef has a population of 1,199 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 869 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.

Is Gagnef expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,084, 4% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Gagnef?

Gagnef has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gagnef?

There are 132 business establishments in the area.

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