Leksand, Sweden
Dalarna · Sweden
Leksand is a small city in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 6,505. Elevation: 535 ft (163 m). Average temperature: 40°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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About Leksand
Leksand is a locality and the seat of Leksand Municipality in Dalarna County, Sweden, with 5,934 inhabitants in 2010. Leksand is situated on the southern branch of lake Siljan, where it flows into river Österdalälven.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,505 |
| Population Density | 1,763 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 535 ft (163 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.7303°, 14.9999° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Dalarna |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.7 inches (626 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.6 inches (19 cm) |
About Leksand
Leksand is a small city in Sweden (Dalarna) with a population of 6,505. The city sits at an elevation of 535 feet (163 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 535 ft (163 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,763/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.7303°N, 14.9999°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°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) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in |
Leksand has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 21°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Leksand
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leksands folhögskola | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Leksand
8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sammilsdalskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Åkerö skola | - | - | - | - |
| Alléskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Leksands Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Leksands Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Leksands Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Leksands Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Västansviks Folkhögskola | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Leksand
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sveriges Radio P4 Dalarna | local | AAC 288 kbps |
Museums in Leksand
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Åhlen-paviljongen | ||||
| Alfvéngården | ||||
| Buffils Annas minne-stuga | ||||
| Clas Ohlson-museet | ||||
| Dövas kulturarvscentrum | ||||
| Gagnefs Minnesstuga (hembygdsgård) | ||||
| Gammelgården | ||||
| Holens gammelgård | ||||
| Leksands Hembygdsgård | ||||
| Minnesmaskinen | ||||
| Naturum Dalarna | ||||
| Ottilia Adelborgmuseet | ||||
| Skolmuseum | ||||
| Skräddargarden |
Libraries in Leksand
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leksands kulturhus | 0.0 | |||||
| Rättviks bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Leksand
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Leksand
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Leksand
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Leksand
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Leksand
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Leksand
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Leksand
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Leksand
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Leksand
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Leksand
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Leksand
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Leksand
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beer Factory |
Ski Resorts Near Leksand
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romme Alpin | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Leksand
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dala Airport | BLE | Medium Airport |
| Mora Airport | MXX | Medium Airport |
| Dala Järna Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gagnef Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ludvika Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Orsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Siljansnäs Air Park | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Leksand
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ekumenien | |
| Leksands kyrka | |
| Missionskyrkan | |
| Pingstkyrkan | |
| Rikets sal | |
| Sankt Persgården |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Leksand?
Leksand has a population of 6,505 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,763 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Leksand?
Leksand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.
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