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Halmstad, Sweden
Halland · Sweden
Halmstad is a mid-size city in Halland, Sweden with a population of 70,480. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 70,480 |
| Population Density | 47 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.6745°, 12.8568° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Halland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.1 inches (916 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.3 inches (29 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $54,648 |
About Halmstad
Halmstad is a mid-size city in Sweden (Halland) with a population of 70,480. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Income: Halmstad vs Sweden
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,648 |
| 27% below Sweden avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 89 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 2 |
| Retail | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Halmstad
Halmstad has an average annual temperature of 8.5°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.1°C), the coldest is Jan (0.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 923 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 1,501.6 sq mi (3,889.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 47/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.6745°N, 12.8568°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 3.6 in |
Halmstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 30°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (2.0").
Colleges & Universities in Halmstad
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halmstad Högskola | College | - | Visit → |
| Halmstad University | University | - | , |
Schools in Halmstad
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofiebergsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Sturegymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Furulundsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Brunnsåkerskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Slottsjordsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Internationella Engelska Skolan Halmstad | - | - | - | - |
| Kattegattgymnasiet Byggskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Kattegattgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Jutarumsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Kärlekens skola | - | - | - | - |
| Sofiebergsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Drottning Blankas gymnasieskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Frennarps byskola | - | - | - | - |
| Kristinehedsgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Strandvallens förskola | - | - | - | - |
| Vallåsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Klaraskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Sannarpsgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Nyhemsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Östergårdsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Vittra i Halmstad | - | - | - | - |
| Wallbergsskolan | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Halmstad
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Höganäs Närradio | 1950s, 1960s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sveriges Radio - P4 Halland | - | MP3 |
Museums in Halmstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergsgård | ||||
| Berte Museum | ||||
| Birgit Nilsson Museum | ||||
| Garnisonsmuseet | ||||
| Hallands Konstmuseum | ||||
| Hallandsgården | ||||
| Luftvärnsmuseet | ||||
| Mjellby Konstmuseum | ||||
| Särdals Livräddningsstation | ||||
| Svedinos bil- och flygmuseum | ||||
| Teckningsmuseet | ||||
| Vattenkraft- och Miljöcentrum |
Libraries in Halmstad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andersbergs bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Fyllinge bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Halmstad stadsbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Harplinge bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Högskolebiblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Kunskapcentrum Agardh | 0.0 | |||||
| Oskarströms bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vallås Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vallberga bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Halmstad
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Halmstad
52 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Halmstad
14 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Halmstad
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Halmstad
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Halmstad
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Halmstad
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Halmstad
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Halmstad
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Halmstad
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Halmstad
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Halmstad
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Halmstad
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Halmstad
6 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Halmstad
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Halmstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halmstad brygghus |
Stadiums & Teams in Halmstad
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Halmstad
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vallåsen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Trollhöjden | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Halmstad
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport | AGH | Medium Airport |
| Halmstad Airport | HAD | Medium Airport |
| Ljungbyhed Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Anderstorp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Annisse flyveplads | - | Small Airport |
| Ekeryd - Ekelanda private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fagerhult Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gilleleje Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grønholt Hillerød Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Höganäs Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kågeröd Simmelsberga Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lagan Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Landskrona Enoch Thulins Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Morup Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Smålandsstenar Smålanda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varberg Getterön Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Halmstad
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Adventkyrkan | |
| Immanuelskyrkan | |
| Kärlekens kyrka | |
| Kornhillskyrkan | |
| Martin Luthers kyrka | |
| Olaus Petri kyrka | |
| Rikets sal | |
| Sankt Nikolai kyrka | |
| Sperlingsholms kyrka | |
| Trefaldighetskyrkan | |
| Vallås kyrka | |
| Vapnö kyrka |
Quick Facts
Around Halmstad
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Halmstad
18 places within 15 km
- • Danmarks runeindskrifter 354
- • Gravfält
- • Ivars Kulle
- • Tolarps gånggrift
- • Bastionen
- • Sperlingsholms slott
- • Vapnö slott
- • Galleri Gasell
- • Halmstads konsthall
- • Aggaredsbjär
- • Nyårsåsen
- • Nyårsåsen
- • Onsjöberg
- • Rydsbjär
- + 2 more
- • Galgbergets Utkikstorn
- • Olofstorp djur och trädgård
🇸🇪 About Sweden
Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Halmstad
What is the population of Halmstad?
Halmstad has a population of 70,480 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 1,501.6 square miles.
Is Halmstad expensive to live in?
The median household income is $54,648, 27% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Halmstad?
Halmstad 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 61°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches, with 11.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Halmstad?
There are 89 business establishments in the area, including 56 restaurants and food service locations.