Visby, Sweden
Gotland · Sweden
Visby is a small city in Gotland, Sweden with a population of 26,305. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°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 | 26,305 |
| Population Density | 40 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.6409°, 18.2960° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Gotland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.5 inches (520 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.5 inches (16 cm) |
About Visby
Visby is a small city in Sweden (Gotland) with a population of 26,305. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Climate in Visby
Visby has an average annual temperature of 7.8°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.4°C), the coldest is Feb (-0.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 523 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 651.4 sq mi (1,687.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 40/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.6409°N, 18.2960°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.1 in |
Visby has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 30°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.3") and May the driest (1.0").
Colleges & Universities in Visby
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gotlands Studentkår Rindi | University | - | Visit → |
| Uppsala universitet | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Visby
15 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Komvux | - | - | - | - |
| Christopher Polhemgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Södervärnsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Sankt Hansskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Alléskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Lyckåkerskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Solbergaskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Humlegårdsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Väskinde skola | - | - | - | - |
| Säveskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Gråboskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Orionskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Förskolan Vitkålen | - | - | - | - |
| Tjelvarskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Norrbackaskolan | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Visby
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sveriges Radio P4 Gotland | local radio, music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Visby
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilmuseum Gotland | ||||
| Fenomenalen | ||||
| Fornsalen | ||||
| Gotland art museum | ||||
| Gotlands Museum | ||||
| Konst i värn PJV KAN 40:25 | ||||
| Konstnärshemmet Brucebo | ||||
| Museijärnväg | ||||
| Norrbys | ||||
| Roma Kungsgård | ||||
| Smaklösa Museum | ||||
| Svenskbymuseet | ||||
| Tjuls station, Järnvägsmuseum | ||||
| Visby Bilmuseum |
Libraries in Visby
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almedalsbiblioteket | 0.0 |
Hotels in Visby
19 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Visby
64 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Visby
21 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Visby
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Visby
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Visby
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Visby
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Visby
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Visby
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Visby
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Visby
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Visby
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barlingbo Bryggerier |
Airports Near Visby
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Visby Airport | VBY | Large Airport |
| Bunge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Visby
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Hanseatic Town of Visby | Cultural | 1995 |
| Hanseatic Town of Visby |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Visby
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hejdeby kyrka | |
| Katolska kyrkan i Visby | |
| Pingstkyrkan | |
| Sankta Maria domkyrka | |
| Tjelvarkyrkan | |
| Tjelvarkyrkan | |
| Vårdklockans Kyrka | |
| Väskinde kyrka | |
| Visborgskyrkan |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Visby
Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Visby
What is the population of Visby?
Visby has a population of 26,305 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 651.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Visby?
Visby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.
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