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Lesjöfors, Sweden

Värmland · Sweden

Lesjöfors is a small town in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 948. Elevation: 823 ft (251 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
948 Population 998/sq mi density
823 ft Elevation 251 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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People

Population948
Density998/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Population948
Population Density998 / sq mi
Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Coordinates59.9759°, 14.1826°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVärmland
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (841 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.2 inches (31 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Lesjöfors

Lesjöfors is a small town in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 948. The city sits at an elevation of 823 feet (251 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 33.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Lesjöfors is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 104 business establishments.

Income: Lesjöfors vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)104

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Lesjöfors has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.1 inches. The area receives 12.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 823 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below Sweden avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density998/sq mi
Coordinates59.9759°N, 14.1826°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 12.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on May 15, 1994.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 148 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 61 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 103 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m - 75 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.0 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
September 49°F (9°C) 3.3 in
October 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.4 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 2.8 in

Lesjöfors has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 22°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.7").

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Museums in Lesjöfors

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fredriksbergs Hembygdsgård
Långban gruv-och kulturby
Lesjöfors Museum
Nordmarks gruvmuseum
Rämmens skol- och hembygdsmuseum
Tibergs museum

Restaurants in Lesjöfors

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lesjöbyns camping
Lesjöfors pizzeria och restaurang

Cafes in Lesjöfors

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café Stationshuset
Museum café

Gas Stations in Lesjöfors

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

OKQ8 Lesjöfors

Airports Near Lesjöfors

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlskoga AirportKSKMedium Airport
Brattforshede Airfield-Small Airport
Dala Järna Airfield-Small Airport
Ekshärad Airfield-Small Airport
Hagfors AirportHFSSmall Airport
Hällefors Airfield-Small Airport
Munkfors Airfield-Small Airport
Skinnlanda Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lesjöfors

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lesjöfors kyrka
Rämmens Kyrka
Rämmens 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 Lesjöfors

What is the population of Lesjöfors?

Lesjöfors has a population of 948 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 998 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.

Is Lesjöfors expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Lesjöfors?

Lesjöfors 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. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches, with 12.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lesjöfors?

There are 104 business establishments in the area.

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