Härnösand, Sweden
Västernorrland · Sweden
Härnösand is a small city in Västernorrland, Sweden with a population of 18,236. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°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 | 18,236 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.6323°, 17.9379° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Västernorrland |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.2 inches (691 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.4 inches (32 cm) |
About Härnösand
Härnösand is a small city in Sweden (Västernorrland) with a population of 18,236. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Climate in Härnösand
Härnösand has an average annual temperature of 4.4°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-6°C). Average annual precipitation is 575 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.0°F |
| 28% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 484.6 sq mi (1,255.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.6323°N, 17.9379°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in |
Härnösand has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 21°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Härnösand
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heta Utbildningar Yrkeshögskolan | College | - | Visit → |
| Lilla Nybo | University | - | , |
Schools in Härnösand
13 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Härnösands gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Murbergskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Härnösands Folkhögskola | - | - | - | - |
| Kiörningsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Solenskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Bondsjöhöjdens skola | - | - | - | - |
| Kristinaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Brännaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Hedda Wisingskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Tullportens förskola | - | - | - | - |
| Bondsjö förskola | - | - | - | - |
| Wendella Hellmanskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Gerestaskolan | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Härnösand
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Härnösand
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ådalens Veteranbilmuseum | ||||
| Arnolds Bilmuseum | ||||
| Härnösands Bilmuseum | ||||
| Murbergets fiskeläge | ||||
| Skeppshams Fiskaremuseum | ||||
| Technichus | ||||
| Västernorrlands museum |
Libraries in Härnösand
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Härnösands bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Härnösand
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Härnösand
23 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Härnösand
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Härnösand
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Härnösand
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Härnösand
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Härnösand
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Härnösand
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Härnösand
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Härnösand
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Härnösand
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Härnösand
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Härnösand
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Härnösand
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Härnösand
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Härnösand
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Härnösand
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jättendals elljusspår | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skulebacken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bjästabacken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Härnösand
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kramfors-Sollefteå Höga Kusten Airport | KRF | Medium Airport |
| Sundsvall-Härnösand Airport | SDL | Medium Airport |
| Baggböle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bänkås Hoppfält | - | Small Airport |
| Majfält-Ovansjö | - | Small Airport |
| Myran Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Överlanda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tallåsen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Härnösand
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bussgods | |
| PostNord Logistics |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Härnösand
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ängekyrkan | |
| Härnösand Cathedral | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Murbergskyrkan |
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UFO Sightings Near Härnösand
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Härnösand.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Härnösand (sweden) | 2001 | Round metal object , size of a big orange, slowly cirkeling with colourlights in mid air above my bedsidetable |
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What is the population of Härnösand?
Härnösand has a population of 18,236 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 484.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Härnösand?
Härnösand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow.
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