Geography and Climate in Karlskrona
Rating: 7,9/10 (1028 votes)  Karlskrona is the famous"crown of Charles XI", a city in the very south of the mainland of Sweden, known from the day of its foundation to the present day as the main base of the Swedish fleet and the main shipyard of the maritime power. King Charles XI laid the foundation for the construction of this city in 1680, unofficially calling it the City of 33 Islands, which is actually the case. The Baltic Sea washes the city, which has often become the site of severe ship battles. The city is now of exclusively tourist interest, having the status of a quiet province in the south of Sweden. They get to Karlskrona via Stockholm. The distance from the Swedish capital to the city is about 520 kilometers by motorways, so the bus will take about 6 hours with all the necessary stops for passengers to rest. The faster option would be the train, but the downside is the infrequent flights. When touring Europe from a number of neighboring countries, a ferry service is organized. According to the climatic characteristics, Karlskrona fully corresponds to the maritime type of temperate climate - there are warmer summers in comparison with the northern regions of Sweden and less severe winters. The humidity of the air, as in any coastal region, is very high, which is reflected in temperature changes in winter - the slightest fluctuations are felt more strongly. The average temperature in July is + 22 ° С, given that the air can cool down significantly in the evening and at night. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, but slightly less in summer. The winter in Karlskrona is mild, with short January frosts. The average mark of the coldest days is -5 ° С.  We also recommend reading Otztal. Recreation and entertainment Topic: Geography and Climate in Karlskrona. |
