Luleå, Sweden
Norrbotten · Sweden
Luleå is a mid-size city in Norrbotten, Sweden with a population of 49,646. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°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 | 49,646 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 65.5842°, 22.1547° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Norrbotten |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.3 inches (515 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.6 inches (22 cm) |
About Luleå
Luleå is a mid-size city in Sweden (Norrbotten) with a population of 49,646. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Climate in Luleå
Luleå has an average annual temperature of 3°C (37°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 752 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.2°F |
| 35% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 1,158.3 sq mi (3,000.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 65.5842°N, 22.1547°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-10°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 32°F (0°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in |
Luleå has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 13°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Luleå
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-huset | University | - | , |
| Luleå University of Technology | University | - | Visit → |
| Sunderby folkhögskola | University | - | , |
| T paviljong | University | - | , |
Schools in Luleå
14 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residensskolan | - | - | - | - |
| NTI Gymnasiet Luleå | - | - | - | - |
| Luleå International School | - | - | - | - |
| Realgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Furuparksskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Örnässkolan | - | - | - | - |
| Luleå gymnasieskola | - | - | - | - |
| Östra skolan | - | - | - | - |
| Svartöstadsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Svedjeskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Montessoriskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Luleå Gymnasieskola | - | - | - | - |
| Tallkronanskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Ängskolan | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Luleå
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Luleå
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flygmuseet F21 | ||||
| Friluftsmuseet Hägnan | ||||
| Konsthall | ||||
| Norrbottens Järnvägsmuseum | ||||
| Norrbottens museum | ||||
| Teknikens hus |
Libraries in Luleå
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gymnasiebiblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Stadsbiblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Universitetsbiblioteket | 0.0 |
Hotels in Luleå
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Luleå
63 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Luleå
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Luleå
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Luleå
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Luleå
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Luleå
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Luleå
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Luleå
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Luleå
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Luleå
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Luleå
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Luleå
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Luleå
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Luleå
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottenvikens Bryggeri |
Stadiums & Teams in Luleå
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Luleå
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Måttsundsbacken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ormbergsbacken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skidbacke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Luleå
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Luleå Airport | LLA | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Luleå
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PostNord serviceställe |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Luleå
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Gammelstads kyrkstad |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Luleå
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| EFS-kyrkan | |
| Frälsningsarmén | |
| Hertsö kyrka | |
| Jesu Kristi Kyrka av Sista Dagars Heliga | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Luleå Cathedral | |
| Luleå fridsförbund | |
| Luleå Moskéförsamling | |
| Missionskyrkan | |
| Mjölkuddskyrkan | |
| Örnäsets kyrka | |
| Pingstförsamlingen i Luleå | |
| Sankt Josef Arbetarens katolska kyrka |
Explore Near Luleå
UFO Sightings Near Luleå
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Luleå.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Luleå (sweden) | 2011 | Triangular shaped formation of bright yellow dots over Luleå, Sweden |
Quick Facts
Around Luleå
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Luleå
21 places within 15 km
- • Lulsundsbadet
- • Niporna
- • Notviksbadet
- • Årsberget
- • Bälingsberget
- • Grusberget
- • Hertsöberget
- • Lappberget
- + 11 more
- • Järnbruk
- • Old german WW2 storage facility
🇸🇪 About Sweden
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Luleå
Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Luleå
What is the population of Luleå?
Luleå has a population of 49,646 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 1,158.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Luleå?
Luleå has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.
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