Sälen, Sweden
Dalarna · Sweden
Sälen is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 946. Elevation: 1,204 ft (367 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 | 946 |
| Population Density | 965 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.1500°, 13.2667° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Dalarna |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.1 inches (841 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.8 inches (33 cm) |
About Sälen
Sälen is a small town in Sweden (Dalarna) with a population of 946. The city sits at an elevation of 1,204 feet (367 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.0°F |
| 35% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 965/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.1500°N, 13.2667°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.3 in |
Sälen has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 16°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Sälen
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sälens skola | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Sälen
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sälen
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sälen
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Sälen
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Sälen
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sälen
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sälen
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sälen
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sälen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sälen
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branäs | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Kläppen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Högfjället | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Lindvallen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sälen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hundfjället | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tandådalen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stöten i Sälen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fulufjellet alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sälen
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Mountains Airport | SCR | Large Airport |
| Finnskoga/Backa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Idre Airport | IDB | Small Airport |
| Ljørdalen Flyplass | - | Small Airport |
| Skinnlanda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sälen
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fjällkyrka | |
| Sälens Fjällkyrka | |
| Transtrands kyrka |
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Waterfalls Near Sälen
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Sälen.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Digerfallet | |
| Koiemyrfossen |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sälen
What is the population of Sälen?
Sälen has a population of 946 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 965 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sälen?
Sälen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches, with 12.8 inches of snow.
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