Umeå news

Read the latest local news from Umeå.
Interest in Homer’s Odyssey surges

Interest in Homer’s Odyssey surges after Nolan film, with English editions in highest demand

Left Party wants 250 million

Left Party wants 250 million SEK a year to restart night trains to Norrland

IF Metall puts Tesla mechanics

IF Metall puts Tesla mechanics back on strike at Swedish workshops

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Kiruna resident escaped Asptuna prison to be closer to Norrbotten, police say

Current Weather in Umeå

Stay updated with real-time weather information for Umeå. Data provided by SMHI (Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute).

One person dies in accident

One person dies in accident outside Umeå

New hip implant cuts dislocation

New hip implant cuts dislocation risk by 70%, Swedish-British study finds

How internet cult 764 was

How internet cult 764 was born, and how it spread to Sweden

Dungen announces new album Vidrig

Dungen announces new album Vidrig vår and fall tour

Edvin Törnblom's show Evigt Edvin

Edvin Törnblom's show Evigt Edvin extended to tour 15 Swedish cities this fall

Roc Boyz festival gig in

Roc Boyz festival gig in Umeå reported to police for incitement against Sami people

Here are the new participants

Here are the new participants in SVT's Hotel Romantik

Teddybears throw off their masks

Teddybears throw off their masks and go on tour

Weather & Climate

Umeå experiences typical Swedish weather patterns with distinct seasons. The city enjoys long summer days and cozy winter evenings, making it a great place to visit year-round.

Spring
Mild temperatures, blooming nature
Summer
Pleasant warmth, extended daylight
Autumn
Colorful foliage, cooling temps
Winter
Snow-covered, cozy atmosphere