Dalarna's population grows by more than a quarter during the Midsummer weekend according to Statistics Sweden's analysis of mobile data.
Statistics Sweden's analysis of mobile data and population statistics shows that rural areas attract many visitors during Midsummer.
Leksand stands out with a 120 percent increase which is among the highest figures in Sweden.
Eric Salomonsson reports on the development for Dala-Demokraten.
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Weather forecasts promise warmth in the south while the transport authority warns of traffic jams during the Midsummer weekend.
Police in Dalarna handled around 150 cases during Midsummer, double the usual number for a weekend. Leksand stood out with the most incidents, mainly linked to alcohol.
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The population in Dalarna county decreased during the first quarter of the year. On March 31 2026 a total of 285955 people lived in the county according to SCB.
A powerful thunderstorm swept across Sweden on Saturday. In Nyköping 14-year-old Emil captured lightning strikes on camera while temperatures reached 29.5 degrees in Kolmården.
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Meteorologists forecast high summer heat this weekend with sun and temperatures up to 27 degrees in parts of Sweden.
Municipalities in Dalarna offer free summer vacation activities for children. In Ludvika there is great interest in activities including fishing school and cultural events.
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SMHI has issued a yellow warning for heavy thunder across Örebro County on Midsummer Day. The morning offers sun while the afternoon risks rain and thunder.