Torsby, Sweden

Värmland · Sweden

Torsby is a small town in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 4,446. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

4,446 Population 1,588/sq mi density
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
29.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone

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About Torsby

Torsby

Torsby is a locality and the seat of Torsby Municipality in Värmland County, Sweden with 4,049 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population4,446
Density1,588/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Population4,446
Population Density1,588 / sq mi
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates60.1353°, 13.0082°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVärmland
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (743 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.0 inches (25 cm)

About Torsby

Torsby is a small town in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 4,446. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet (100 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

Torsby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below Sweden avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density1,588/sq mi
Coordinates60.1353°N, 13.0082°E
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.3"
23% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 10.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.9 on May 25, 2008.

Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 122 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 102 km
Apr 7, 2004 11 km N of Sand, Norway M3.4 92 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 55 km
Nov 27, 1993 4 km SW of Sand, Norway M3.1 89 km
May 25, 2008 4 km WSW of Åneby, Norway M2.9 123 km
Jun 30, 1992 9 km NNW of Elverum, Norway M2.8 124 km
Aug 22, 1994 21 km S of Reinsvoll, Norway M2.7 136 km
Nov 19, 1994 7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 107 km
Nov 21, 1994 6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 105 km
Dec 12, 1994 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway M2.6 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1966 EASTERN NORWAY Meteorological 6.0 m - 145 km
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m - 86 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in
May 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.9 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 2.9 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 2.2 in

Torsby has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 21°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Torsby

4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holmesskolan - - - -
Oleby skola - - - -
Stjerneskolan - - - -
Frykenskolan - - - -
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Museums in Torsby

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bovilgården
Fordonsmuseet
Gräsmarks hembygdsgård
Hembygdsgården Kollsberg

Hotels in Torsby

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Björnidet
Hotell Örnen
Sahlströmsgården
Torsby sporthotell
Vägsjöfors Herrgård
Valbergsängen

Restaurants in Torsby

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Heidruns
Larssons Brygga
Liao's Dynasty
Oregano
Pizzeria Ararat
Sahlströmsgården
Toria värdshus
Torsby Pizzeria
Zolboo's Sushi

Cafes in Torsby

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wienerkonditoriet

Cinemas in Torsby

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stjärnan

Monuments in Torsby

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Peckerhalla

Train Stations in Torsby

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lysvik
Torsby

Bus Stations in Torsby

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SE #1705489195

Gas Stations in Torsby

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CNG Torsby
OKQ8
Q-star
Tanka

Banks in Torsby

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nordea
Swedbank

Golf Courses in Torsby

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Torsby GK

Ski Resorts Near Torsby

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hovfjället 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Branäs 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Torsby

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlstad AirportKSDMedium Airport
Torsby AirportTYFMedium Airport
Arvika Airfield-Small Airport
Charlottenberg Airstrip-Small Airport
Ekshärad Airfield-Small Airport
Finnskoga/Backa Airfield-Small Airport
Hagfors AirportHFSSmall Airport
Munkfors Airfield-Small Airport
Skinnlanda Airfield-Small Airport
Sunne Airfield-Small Airport
Vermundsjøen Ice Runway-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Torsby

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
FrykCenter

Churches & Religious Organizations in Torsby

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Fryksände kyrka
Pingstkyrkan
Siris kapell

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Torsby

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Torsby.

Name Description
Kvernfossen

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Torsby

What is the population of Torsby?

Torsby has a population of 4,446 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,588 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Torsby?

Torsby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches, with 10.0 inches of snow.

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