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Motala, Sweden
Östergötland · Sweden
Motala is a mid-size city in Östergötland, Sweden with a population of 30,944. Elevation: 351 ft (107 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 30,944 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 351 ft (107 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.5371°, 15.0365° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Östergötland |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.6 inches (574 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.2 inches (16 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $50,760 |
About Motala
Motala is a mid-size city in Sweden (Östergötland) with a population of 30,944. The city sits at an elevation of 351 feet (107 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Income: Motala vs Sweden
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,760 |
| 32% below Sweden avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 3,404 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Motala
Motala has an average annual temperature of 7°C (45°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 573 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 351 ft (107 m) |
| Area | 793.8 sq mi (2,056.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.5371°N, 15.0365°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.1 in |
Motala has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 27°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Motala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bona Folkhögskola | College | - | , |
Schools in Motala
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karin Boyeskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Fria Intermiliaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Kunskapsskolan Motala | - | - | - | - |
| Södra skolan | - | - | - | - |
| Charlottenborgsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Zederslundsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Norra Skolan | - | - | - | - |
| Platenskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Carlsunds Utbildningscentrum | - | - | - | - |
| Råssnässkolan | - | - | - | - |
| Skolgårda skola | - | - | - | - |
| Bråstorpsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Smedsby Skola | - | - | - | - |
| Vätternskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Karlslunds skola | - | - | - | - |
| Mariebergsskolan | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Motala
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Motala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axbomsgården | ||||
| Charlottenborgs slott | ||||
| Godegårds Bruks- & Porslinsmuseum | ||||
| Gottfrid Larsson Gården | ||||
| Hospitalmuseet | ||||
| Motala Industrimuseum | ||||
| Motala konsthall | ||||
| Motala motormuseum | ||||
| Naturum Tåkern | ||||
| Orlunda radiostation | ||||
| Övralid | ||||
| Rådhuset | ||||
| Sancta Birgitta Klostermuseum | ||||
| Sandbergsgården | ||||
| Sjölingården | ||||
| Skomakarstugorna | ||||
| Skulpturmuseet | ||||
| Sveriges rundradiomuseum | ||||
| Swedish Porcelain Museum | ||||
| Vadstena Castle | ||||
| Vadstena Stadsmuseum | ||||
| Vätternakvariet | ||||
| Wadstena Spetsmuseum |
Libraries in Motala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mjölby bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Motala stadsbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Skänninge bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Väderstads bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vadstena bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Motala
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Motala
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Motala
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Motala
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Motala
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Motala
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Motala
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Motala
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Motala
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Motala
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Motala
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Motala
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Motala
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Motala
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Motala
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Motala
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Motala
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asbybacken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Motala
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Linköping City Airport | LPI | Large Airport |
| Malmen Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Örebro Airport | ORB | Medium Airport |
| Degerfors Grenlanda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finspångs flygfält | - | Small Airport |
| Flygebyns hoppövningsfält | - | Small Airport |
| Karlsborg Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Laxå Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Motala flygklubb | - | Small Airport |
| Ragglanda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Visingsö Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Motala
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Postnord Företagscenter |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Motala
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Baptistkyrkan | |
| Charlottenborgskyrkan | |
| Equmeniakyrkan Motala | |
| Lillkyrkan | |
| Motala kyrka | |
| Råssnäskyrkan | |
| Rikets Sal | |
| Sankt Maximilians katolska kyrka | |
| Vinnerstads kyrka |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Motala
What is the population of Motala?
Motala has a population of 30,944 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 793.8 square miles.
Is Motala expensive to live in?
The median household income is $50,760, 32% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Motala?
Motala has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Motala?
There are 3,404 business establishments in the area.