Karlskrona is a city located in the southeast of Sweden. It is the capital of the Blekinge County and is situated on the Baltic Sea coast. The city is an important naval base and is home to the Swedish Navy. It is also a popular tourist destination for its beautiful waterfront and historical sites.
Karlskrona was founded in 1680 by King Karl XI of Sweden and was originally intended to be a naval base. The city was built on a series of islands and peninsulas, giving it a unique archipelago-like feel. The city has a long and rich naval history, with many of its buildings and monuments reflecting this. The Blekinge Museum is located in the city and showcases the maritime history of the area.
Karlskrona is home to many beautiful parks and nature reserves, making it a great spot for outdoor activities. The city also has a vibrant cultural life, with a number of galleries, theatres, and museums. The city is also home to an annual music festival, which draws in many visitors each year.
Karlskrona has a long and rich history, and is home to many important historical sites. The city is home to the world’s oldest naval base, and is also home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the naval base and the adjacent Karlskrona Archipelago. The city is also home to the Blekinge Museum, which showcases the maritime history of the area.
Karlskrona is a beautiful and vibrant city, with a long and rich history. It is home to many important historical sites, and is a popular tourist destination for its beautiful waterfront and cultural offerings.
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Karlskrona in Sweden has a temperate oceanic climate, with mild summers and cold winters. Spring brings mild temperatures and plenty of sunshine, while summer is usually warm and sunny. Autumn is cool and wet, with occasional snowfall, and winter is cold but with plenty of snow. The weather is usually quite changeable throughout the year, but generally speaking, the climate is mild and pleasant.
Our weather forecast for Karlskrona helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Apr. 27th 2024 Apr. 27th 2024 | max: 9.3 °C min: 5 °C |
10.1 m/s 18.4 m/s |
63.5 % 22.9 m |
82.3 % 1,013 hPa |
05:21:28 20:30:28 |
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Apr. 28th 2024 Apr. 28th 2024 | max: 11.8 °C min: 6.8 °C |
14.8 m/s 27.7 m/s |
55.2 % 22.1 m |
77.4 % 1,018 hPa |
05:19:08 20:32:31 |
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Apr. 29th 2024 Apr. 29th 2024 | max: 15.2 °C min: 8.3 °C |
13.0 m/s 24.5 m/s |
93.3 % 20.7 m |
78.8 % 1,020 hPa |
05:16:49 20:34:33 |
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Apr. 30th 2024 Apr. 30th 2024 | max: 16.8 °C min: 8.9 °C |
11.2 m/s 24.8 m/s |
73.0 % 22.1 m |
73.6 % 1,021 hPa |
05:14:32 20:36:35 |
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May. 1st 2024 May. 1st 2024 | max: 14.9 °C min: 7.9 °C |
26.3 m/s 50.8 m/s |
12.5 % 24.1 m |
66.1 % 1,018 hPa |
05:12:16 20:38:37 |
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May. 2nd 2024 May. 2nd 2024 | max: 16.5 °C min: 6.2 °C |
28.4 m/s 63.7 m/s |
0.0 % 24.1 m |
66.5 % 1,012 hPa |
05:10:01 20:40:39 |
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May. 3rd 2024 May. 3rd 2024 | max: 12.7 °C min: 3 °C |
32.8 m/s 63.1 m/s |
0.5 % 24.1 m |
67.6 % 1,012 hPa |
05:07:48 20:42:40 |
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May. 4th 2024 May. 4th 2024 | max: 8.0 °C min: 1.1 °C |
29.2 m/s 59.9 m/s |
16.2 % 24.1 m |
51.3 % 1,017 hPa |
05:05:36 20:44:40 |
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May. 5th 2024 May. 5th 2024 | max: 9.8 °C min: -0.1 °C |
15.8 m/s 37.1 m/s |
81.9 % 24.1 m |
54.6 % 1,020 hPa |
05:03:26 20:46:41 |
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May. 6th 2024 May. 6th 2024 | max: 10.9 °C min: 0.4 °C |
20.9 m/s 41.0 m/s |
27.2 % 24.1 m |
48.2 % 1,024 hPa |
05:01:17 20:48:40 |
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May. 7th 2024 May. 7th 2024 | max: 12.0 °C min: 1.9 °C |
23.8 m/s 43.9 m/s |
28.6 % 24.1 m |
50.9 % 1,027 hPa |
04:59:10 20:50:40 |
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May. 8th 2024 May. 8th 2024 | max: 13.5 °C min: 0.9 °C |
14.0 m/s 31.2 m/s |
65.9 % 22.7 m |
64.5 % 1,024 hPa |
04:57:04 20:52:38 |
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May. 9th 2024 May. 9th 2024 | max: 11.8 °C min: 1.8 °C |
15.5 m/s 33.1 m/s |
40.1 % 23.9 m |
64.4 % 1,026 hPa |
04:55:01 20:54:36 |
Would you like to travel to Karlskrona on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Karlskrona.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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May 1st 2024 Wednesday, 1st of May 2024 | LE BELLOT | 12:00 pm | 06:00 pm | |
May 14th 2024 Tuesday, 14th of May 2024 | MSC Poesia | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 31st 2024 Friday, 31st of May 2024 | Norwegian Dawn | 10:00 am | 06:30 pm | |
Jun. 30th 2024 Sunday, 30th of Jun. 2024 | LE DUMONT DURVILLE | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 7th 2024 Sunday, 7th of Jul. 2024 | LE DUMONT DURVILLE | 09:00 am | 05:30 pm | |
Jul. 10th 2024 Wednesday, 10th of Jul. 2024 | MS Europa 2 | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jul. 19th 2024 Friday, 19th of Jul. 2024 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Jul. 29th 2024 Monday, 29th of Jul. 2024 | MSC Poesia | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 19th 2024 Monday, 19th of Aug. 2024 | LE DUMONT DURVILLE | 12:00 pm | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 3rd 2024 Tuesday, 3rd of Sep. 2024 | MS Sirena | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 4th 2024 Wednesday, 4th of Sep. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 6th 2024 Friday, 6th of Sep. 2024 | Silver Dawn | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Sep. 11th 2024 Wednesday, 11th of Sep. 2024 | MSC Poesia | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 20th 2024 Friday, 20th of Sep. 2024 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 22nd 2024 Sunday, 22nd of Sep. 2024 | MSC Poesia | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 16th 2025 Wednesday, 16th of Apr. 2025 | LE CHAMPLAIN | 01:00 pm | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 26th 2025 Saturday, 26th of Apr. 2025 | LE CHAMPLAIN | 12:00 pm | 06:00 pm | |
May 10th 2025 Saturday, 10th of May 2025 | MSC Poesia | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 17th 2025 Tuesday, 17th of Jun. 2025 | MS Sirena | 10:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Jul. 13th 2025 Sunday, 13th of Jul. 2025 | MS Vista | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 28th 2025 Monday, 28th of Jul. 2025 | LE LAPEROUSE | 01:00 pm | 11:00 pm | |
Aug. 21st 2025 Thursday, 21st of Aug. 2025 | AIDAdiva | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Aug. 27th 2025 Wednesday, 27th of Aug. 2025 | Seven Seas Voyager | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Sep. 4th 2025 Thursday, 4th of Sep. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Sep. 17th 2025 Wednesday, 17th of Sep. 2025 | MSC Poesia | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 21st 2025 Sunday, 21st of Sep. 2025 | AIDAmar | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
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