Grebbestad, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Grebbestad is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 1,936. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,936 Population 888/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone

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About Grebbestad

Grebbestad

Grebbestad is a locality situated in Tanum Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden. As of 2010, there were 1,401 inhabitants, though this number can increase by as much as ten-fold during the summer. The town is also the harbour where the majority of Norway lobster are landed, as well as oysters.

People

Population1,936
Density888/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population1,936
Population Density888 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates58.7025°, 11.2574°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.4 inches (24 cm)

About Grebbestad

Grebbestad is a small town in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 1,936. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

Grebbestad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. The area receives 9.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below Sweden avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density888/sq mi
Coordinates58.7025°N, 11.2574°E
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.0"
18% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.4"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.70"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

Feb 19, 1992 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway M3.8 56 km
May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 144 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 133 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 107 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 27 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 73 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 44 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 130 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 80 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 71 km
Apr 26, 2005 24 km N of Hirtshals, Denmark M2.7 126 km
Dec 12, 1994 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway M2.6 144 km
Jun 8, 2005 3 km WNW of Skagen, Denmark M2.6 116 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 55 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 74 km
Jan 29, 2005 7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway M2.6 115 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 50 km
Apr 25, 2008 9 km NNW of Strandby, Denmark M2.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1966 EASTERN NORWAY Meteorological 6.0 m - 106 km
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m - 150 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in

Grebbestad has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 29°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and April the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Grebbestad

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Grebbestadskolan - - - -
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Museums in Grebbestad

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Friluftsmuséet Fiskartorpet
Linmuseum
Naturum
Strömstads museum
Underslös museum
Vitlycke Museum

Libraries in Grebbestad

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fjällbacka bibliotek0.0
Futura0.0
Stadsbiblioteket0.0

Hotels in Grebbestad

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tanumstrand

Restaurants in Grebbestad

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Farmor Ellen
Feskarns Kök och Bar
Hertigen
Restaurang Café Västbacken
Sawasdee
Storm
Tap Station
Telegrafen
Terrassen Bar & Kök

Cafes in Grebbestad

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Falkeröds Trädgårdscafé & crêperie
Sjögrens i backen

Clinics in Grebbestad

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vårdcentralen Grebbestad

Bus Stations in Grebbestad

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grebbestads busstation

Gas Stations in Grebbestad

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf
Macken

Golf Courses in Grebbestad

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mjölkeröds Golfbana

Breweries in Grebbestad

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Grebbestad Bryggeri

Airports Near Grebbestad

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moss Airport, Rygge-Medium Airport
Backamo Airfield-Small Airport
Esgrene Field-Small Airport
Fjällbacka Anra Airfield-Small Airport
Huseby Airstrip-Small Airport
Näsinge Airfield-Small Airport
Rakkestad Astorp Airfield-Small Airport
Rörkärr Airfield-Small Airport
Torsnes Airfield-Small Airport
Veum Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grebbestad

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Grebbestads kyrka
Havstenssunds kapell

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 Grebbestad

What is the population of Grebbestad?

Grebbestad has a population of 1,936 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 888 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Grebbestad?

Grebbestad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 9.4 inches of snow.

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