Sign In Register

Skelleftehamn, Sweden

Västerbotten · Sweden

Skelleftehamn is a small town in Västerbotten, Sweden with a population of 3,069. Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,069 Population 1,967/sq mi density
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
21.6 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

Discover Skelleftehamn, Sweden

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population3,069
Density1,967/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Population3,069
Population Density1,967 / sq mi
Coordinates64.6833°, 21.2333°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästerbotten
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation21.6 inches (548 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.4 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Skelleftehamn

Skelleftehamn is a small town in Sweden (Västerbotten) with a population of 3,069. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Skelleftehamn is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 338 business establishments.

Income: Skelleftehamn vs Sweden

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)338

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Skelleftehamn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.4 inches of snow annually.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.3°F
33% below Sweden avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density1,967/sq mi
Coordinates64.6833°N, 21.2333°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.6"
43% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.36"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.5 on Jun 27, 2018.

Mar 19, 2016 56 km ESE of Piteå, Sweden M4.2 74 km
Jun 15, 2010 13 km S of Bureå, Sweden M4.1 21 km
May 22, 1992 33 km E of Sävar, Sweden M3.8 86 km
Feb 15, 1993 16 km SE of Burträsk, Sweden M3.8 35 km
Apr 17, 1995 13 km NW of Burträsk, Sweden M3.7 39 km
Sep 23, 1991 10 km ENE of Skelleftehamn, Sweden M3.5 11 km
Jun 27, 2018 15 km SSW of Rolfs, Sweden M3.5 141 km
Jun 6, 1991 41 km ESE of Luleå, Sweden M3.1 110 km
Apr 16, 1992 21 km W of Robertsfors, Sweden M2.9 66 km
May 22, 2007 19 km SW of Burträsk, Sweden M2.7 53 km
Aug 22, 1990 5 km NNW of Sävar, Sweden M2.6 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 1.7 in
February 17°F (-9°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
April 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in
May 44°F (7°C) 1.4 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
July 59°F (15°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) 2.3 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 2.3 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 1.7 in

Skelleftehamn has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 17°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.1").

View full weather details →

Schools in Skelleftehamn

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Auraskolan
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Skelleftehamn

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Northern Metal Radio MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Skelleftehamn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Forum Museum Rönnskär
LEGO-verkstan
Stackgrönnans båtmuseum

Libraries in Skelleftehamn

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bureå bibliotek0.0
Morö Backe bibliotek0.0
Skelleftehamns bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Skelleftehamn

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Irna
Kurjovikens Sjökrog
M/S Stormwind
Pizzeria Venezia

Cafes in Skelleftehamn

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kopparfiket

Gas Stations in Skelleftehamn

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SE #2330334611

Airports Near Skelleftehamn

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Skellefteå AirportSFTMedium Airport
Piteå AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skelleftehamn

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sankt Örjans kyrka
Sävenäs kapell

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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Skelleftehamn.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Skelleftehamn

What is the population of Skelleftehamn?

Skelleftehamn has a population of 3,069 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,967 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles.

Is Skelleftehamn 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 Skelleftehamn?

Skelleftehamn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches, with 9.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Skelleftehamn?

There are 338 business establishments in the area.

Nearby Cities

Compare Skelleftehamn with another city: