Sweden Map
Interactive map of Sweden with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Sweden is a country in Europe. Sweden is a country in Europe with its capital at Stockholm. It has a population of about 10.5 million. The capital is Stockholm.
Right now it is 53°F (11°C) in Sweden with light drizzle. It feels like 48°F. Today runs from 53°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Sweden is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 72°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 23°F.
The closest major airport is Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), about 23 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 61°F is 10.1°F above the 51°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Sweden today at 8.9/10. Gusts to 36 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Sweden
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 59°19′45.5″N 18°4′7″E (59.3293, 18.0686)
Quick facts about Sweden
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 59°19′45.5″N 18°4′7″E (59.3293, 18.0686) |
| Capital | Stockholm |
| Population | 10.500.000 |
| Area | 173.860 sq mi |
| ISO code | SE |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | SWE |
| Currency | Swedish krona (SEK) |
| Languages | Swedish |
| Calling code | +46 |
| Time zone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Local time | 4:16 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Maps of each city in Sweden
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Cities map of Sweden
1 cities and towns mapped in this atlas
Neighboring countries in Europe
Sorted by distance from Sweden.
Getting to Sweden
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) · 23 mi
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) · 249 mi
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) · 250 mi
- Helsinki · 246 mi · roughly 5.7 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Sweden
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockholm Arlanda Airport | ARN | 23 mi | Stockholm |
| Helsinki Airport | HEL | 249 mi | Helsinki |
| Oslo Gardermoen Airport | OSL | 250 mi | Oslo |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sweden?
Sweden is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 59.3293, 18.0686. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Sweden right now?
It is currently 53°F (11°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 89% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sweden?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Sweden, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sweden in?
Sweden observes Europe/Stockholm (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:16 AM.
How many people live in Sweden?
Sweden has a population of approximately 10.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Sweden?
The closest airports are Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), 23 mi away, Helsinki Airport (HEL), 249 mi away and Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), 250 mi away.
What places are in Sweden?
Sweden covers 1 places in this atlas, including Stockholm.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 5, 2026 at 4:16 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
