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Uppsala has a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters and mild to warm summers. Long-term climate data indicate average summer temperatures around 16-17°C and winter temperatures near or below freezing, with precipitation distributed through the year and no true dry season. The current overcast conditions and mild temperature are consistent with a typical late-spring or summer day in the city.
Summer Average
17°C
Winter Average
-3°C
Climate Type
Warm Summer Continental
Rainy Days
160
Sunny Days
160
Humidity
70%
Spring
March - May
1-12°C
Spring arrives gradually, with cool, changeable weather and frequent cloud cover early in the season. Temperatures rise from near freezing in March to mild conditions by May.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
15-22°C
Summers are generally comfortable and mild, with occasional warmer spells but rarely extreme heat. Cloud cover and light-to-moderate rainfall remain common, especially in mid- to late summer.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
2-13°C
Autumn is cool and increasingly wet, with shortening days and a rapid drop in temperatures. Frost becomes more common by late autumn.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
-8-0°C
Winters are long and cold, often snowy and overcast, with temperatures frequently below freezing. Periods of snow and icy conditions are typical.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Uppsala
Uppsala offers a high-quality lifestyle, blending its historic university charm with modern Swedish efficiency, making it appealing for professionals and families. Expect a safe, green environment supported by excellent public services, including reliable healthcare and public transport. While it fosters a strong sense of community and provides easy access to Stockholm, those seeking a large, established expat scene might find it more locally integrated. Be mindful of the generally high cost of living, typical for Swedish cities.
Advantages
Uppsala
World-class university hub
Abundant parks and nature
Rich cultural heritage sites
Strong academic community
Excellent school system
Disadvantages
Uppsala
Extremely high housing costs
Limited job market diversity
No coworking spaces available
Long, dark winters
Expensive cost of living
Safety & Security in Uppsala
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
60
/100
Sweden Avg
56
Europe Avg
59
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Uppsala to Sweden averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Uppsala
Sweden Average
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 93/100
No data for Uppsala — showing hazard indicators from nearby Solna (~59 km).
