Orsa, Sweden
Dalarna · Sweden
Orsa is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 383. Elevation: 554 ft (169 m). Average temperature: 39°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 Orsa
Orsa is a locality and the seat of Orsa Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden, with 5,308 inhabitants (2010). It is located in the northern part of lake Siljan, about 15 kilometres north of the town Mora. Inlandsbanan and European route E45 run through the town and the railroad Bollnäs-Orsa connects.
People
Climate
| Population | 383 |
| Population Density | 57 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 554 ft (169 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.1203°, 14.6155° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Dalarna |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.9 inches (632 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.6 inches (19 cm) |
About Orsa
Orsa is a small town in Sweden (Dalarna) with a population of 383. The city sits at an elevation of 554 feet (169 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.3°F |
| 27% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 554 ft (169 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.1203°N, 14.6155°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | 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 | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.5 in |
Orsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 20°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Orsa
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergetskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Stackmora Skola | - | - | - | - |
| Stackmora Skola | - | - | - | - |
| Orsa Skolan | - | - | - | - |
| Orsa Skolan | - | - | - | - |
| Kyrkbyskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Orsa Skolan | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Orsa
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sveriges Radio P4 Dalarna | local | AAC 288 kbps |
Museums in Orsa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hembygsgård Sollerön | ||||
| Mora-Nisses hus | ||||
| Samlarmuseum | ||||
| Siljansfors Skogsmuseum | ||||
| Slipstensmuseet Orsa | ||||
| Våmhus Gammelgård | ||||
| Vasaloppets Hus | ||||
| Zorn house | ||||
| Zornmuseet | ||||
| Zorns Gammelgård |
Libraries in Orsa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kulturhuset och Orsa bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Mora Kulturhus | 0.0 |
Hotels in Orsa
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Orsa
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Orsa
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Orsa
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Orsa
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Orsa
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Orsa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Orsa
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Orsa
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Orsa
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Orsa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mora Bryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Orsa
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gopshusbacken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Orsa
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mora Airport | MXX | Medium Airport |
| Älvdalens flygklubb | - | Small Airport |
| Dala Järna Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gagnef Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Orsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Siljansnäs Air Park | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Orsa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posten Orsa |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Orsa
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Missionskyrkan Orsa | |
| Orsa Kyrka | |
| Trunna kyrka |
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Waterfalls Near Orsa
4 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Orsa.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bösfallen | |
| Helvetesfallet | |
| Noppikoski | |
| Storstupet |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Orsa
What is the population of Orsa?
Orsa has a population of 383 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Orsa?
Orsa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.9 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.
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