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Västervik, Sweden

Kalmar · Sweden

Västervik is a small city in Kalmar, Sweden with a population of 21,178. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
21,178 Population 36/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$55,080 Median Income
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Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,080 median income

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People

Population21,178
Density36/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$55,080

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population21,178
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates57.7584°, 16.6373°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceKalmar
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (590 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.6 inches (17 cm)
Median Household Income$55,080

About Västervik

Västervik is a small city in Sweden (Kalmar) with a population of 21,178. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Västervik is $55,080, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 2,330 business establishments.

Income: Västervik vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$55,080
27% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)2,330

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Västervik

Västervik has an average annual temperature of 8.5°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.8°C), the coldest is Jan (0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 644 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.5°C / 33°F -6.2° / 6.2° 59.2
Feb 0.9°C / 34°F -6° / 6.7° 47.7
Mar 2.5°C / 36°F -3.5° / 9.8° 48.8
Apr 5°C / 41°F -1.6° / 13.2° 33.2
May 10°C / 50°F 2.1° / 18.6° 47.4
Jun 16.5°C / 62°F 8.7° / 25° 39.1
Jul 17.8°C / 64°F 11.9° / 25.4° 66.9
Aug 17.7°C / 64°F 12.1° / 24.3° 63.9
Sep 14.3°C / 58°F 8.4° / 21.5° 49.1
Oct 9.5°C / 49°F 3.2° / 15.2° 74.6
Nov 5.2°C / 41°F -2.9° / 11.6° 55.1
Dec 1.6°C / 35°F -5.1° / 7.2° 59.5
Västervik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below Sweden avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area583.0 sq mi (1,510.0 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates57.7584°N, 16.6373°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 6.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Sep 29, 2004.

Sep 29, 2004 27 km SE of Västervik, Sweden M3.7 28 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.2 in

Västervik has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 29°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Västervik

Institution Type Founded Website
Gamleby folkhögskola College - ,

Schools in Västervik

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ellen Keyskolan - - - -
Västerviks gymnasium - - - -
Alphaskolan - - - -
Marieborgsskolan - - - -
Lidhemsskolan - - - -
Ljungbergaskolan - - - -
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Museums in Västervik

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lunds by
Skägårdsmuseum
Västerviks museum
VKV museum

Hotels in Västervik

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centralhotellet
Hotel Slottsholmen
Hotell Fängelset
Hotell Kungsljus
Lilla Hotellet
Stadshotellet

Restaurants in Västervik

16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asiatisk superbufee
Brasseri Ava
China
Guldkant
Gusto
Idö Skärgårdskrog
Pinchos
Pink Bistro
Pizzeria
Pizzeria
Restaurang Thai Hoa
Skärgårdsvillan
Söderköket
Våran krog
Vikens Food & Friends
Villa Rosa

Cafes in Västervik

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Espresso House
Gott på Gränsö
Tant Grön

Clinics in Västervik

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esplanaden vårdcentral
Psykiatrisk öppenvård
Stora Trädgårdsgatans hälsocentral

Train Stations in Västervik

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jenny
Västervik

Bus Stations in Västervik

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Västervik

Gas Stations in Västervik

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bootsmacken
CNG Västervik
Ingo Västervik
OKQ8
Preem - Västervik,Östersjövägen
SE #6611095966
SE #6611095967
Tanka-Västervik

Banks in Västervik

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nordea
Tjustbygdens sparbank

Gyms in Västervik

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Malkars Träningscenter Västervik
Västerviks Atletklubb

Golf Courses in Västervik

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lysingsbadets golfklubb
Västerviks Golfklubb

Stadiums & Teams in Västervik

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Västervik

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ölanda Airfield-Small Airport
Oskarshamn AirportOSKSmall Airport
Sandvik Airfield-Small Airport
Stegeborg-Small Airport
Västervik AirportVVKSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Västervik

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Marieborgskyrkan
Sankt Petri kyrka
Sankta Gertruds kyrka
Sankta Maria kapell

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Västervik

What is the population of Västervik?

Västervik has a population of 21,178 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 583.0 square miles.

Is Västervik expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,080, 27% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Västervik?

Västervik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches, with 6.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Västervik?

There are 2,330 business establishments in the area.

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