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Švihov, Czechia
Plzeň Region · Czechia
Švihov is a small town in Plzeň Region, Czechia with a population of 1,582. Elevation: 1,230 ft (375 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,582 |
| Population Density | 119 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Coordinates | 49.4814°, 13.2842° |
| Timezone | Europe/Prague |
| Country | 🇨🇿 Czechia |
| State / Province | Plzeň Region |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.7 inches (830 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 34.0 inches (86 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,460 |
About Švihov
Švihov is a small town in Czechia (Plzeň Region) with a population of 1,582. The city sits at an elevation of 1,230 feet (375 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Prague.
Income: Švihov vs Czechia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,460 |
| 65% below Czechia avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 158 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Švihov
Švihov has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 986 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below Czechia avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Area | 13.3 sq mi (34.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 119/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.4814°N, 13.2842°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Prague |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.9 in |
Švihov has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 30°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (1.8").
Schools in Švihov
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Základní škola Švihov | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Švihov
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Radio (AT) | - | MP3 | |
| WebRadio Epigon | cz sk, czech rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Arberwaldradio (DE) | folk | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Švihov
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baroque Pharmacy "At the White Unicorn" | ||||
| Catacombs Klatovy | ||||
| Dům historie Přešticka | ||||
| Galerie Klatovy | ||||
| letecké muzeum | ||||
| Muzeum šumavského pivovarnictví | ||||
| Muzeum šumavských minerálů | ||||
| Muzeum techniky a řemesel | ||||
| PASK | ||||
| Rodný domek Františka Křižíka | ||||
| Vlastivědné muzeum Dr. Hostaše |
Libraries in Švihov
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliobus - Na Rychtě | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliobus - Pěnkavova | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliobus - U Hájovny | 0.0 | |||||
| Knihovna | 0.0 | |||||
| Knihovna Chotěšov | 0.0 | |||||
| Knihovna Dešenice | 0.0 | |||||
| Knihovna města Plzně - Božkov | 0.0 | |||||
| Knihovna města Plzně - Obvodní knihovna Bory | 0.0 | |||||
| Městská knihovna | 0.0 | |||||
| Městská knihovna Janovice nad Úhlavou | 0.0 | |||||
| Městská knihovna Přeštice | 0.0 | |||||
| Městská knihovna Sušice | 0.0 | |||||
| MK Nýrsko | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecní knihovna | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecní knihovna | 0.0 | |||||
| Obecní knihovna Ptenín | 0.0 | |||||
| Studijní a vědecká knihovna Plzeňského kraje na Borech | 0.0 | |||||
| Univerzitní knihovna | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Švihov
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Česká farmářka |
Restaurants in Švihov
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Švihov
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Švihov
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Švihov
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Švihov
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akciový pivovar Letiny | ||||
| Bezděkovský pivovar | ||||
| Měšťanský pivovar Klatovy | ||||
| Modrá hvězda | ||||
| Pivovar Bizon | ||||
| Pivovar Stará škola | ||||
| Pivovar Zhůřák | ||||
| Restaurace a pivovar U Přeška | ||||
| Rodinný pivovar Radobyčice | ||||
| Šťáhlavický Pivovar U Šenkýřů |
Stadiums & Teams in Švihov
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Švihov
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skiabfahrt Grainet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mitterdorf | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skilift Kapellenberg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Lyžařský areál Kobyla | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skilift Riedlberg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Großer Arber | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Debrník | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hohenbogen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Freizeitzentrum Althütte | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| DSV Nordic Aktivzentrum Althütte | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snowhill Mariánské Lázně | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Švihov
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karlovy Vary Airport | KLV | Large Airport |
| Plzeň-Líně Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Arnbruck Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arnschwang ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Bezdružice Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cham-Janahof Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chotěšov Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Deggendorf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elsenthal Grafe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Erpužice Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hořovice Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hory Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hrabice airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Katovice Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Klatovy Josef Hubáč Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kostelec Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kralovice Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kříženec Planá Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Letkov Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Litochovice u Strakonic Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lochousice | - | Small Airport |
| Manětín Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Napajedla Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Panoší Újezd Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Plasy Rybnice Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Plešnice Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Přešťovice u Strakonic Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rabi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rakovnik Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rokycany Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rovná u Sokolova Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Staňkov Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stará Voda Emergency Field | - | Small Airport |
| Strakonice Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tachov Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Toužim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Švihov
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Švihov |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Švihov
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| býv. kostel sv. Jana Evengelisty | |
| Church of St. Wenceslas | |
| Kaple Nejsvětějšího Srdce Ježíšova | |
| Svatý Jiljí |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Czechia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Švihov
What is the population of Švihov?
Švihov has a population of 1,582 residents and is located in Czechia. The population density is 119 people per square mile, spread across 13.3 square miles.
Is Švihov expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,460, 65% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Švihov?
Švihov has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches, with 34.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Švihov?
There are 158 business establishments in the area.