Yxlan
Island Forest-covered island in Stockholm archipelago, seasonal homes
An island in the Stockholm archipelago with pine woods, rocky shores and summer cottages; visitors arrive by boat for kayaking, cycling on island tracks and relaxed seaside stays.
Yxlan is an inhabited island in the Stockholm archipelago, located in Stockholm County, Sweden. It is one of many islands in the northern archipelago and is used seasonally and year-round by residents.
The island is characterised by a mix of summer cottages, private residences and natural shorelines, and is used for boating, swimming and low-impact outdoor recreation. Small local roads and footpaths link settlements and shoreline access points.
Historically the island has been part of the archipelago’s pattern of fishing, agriculture and summer settlement; over the 20th and 21st centuries it has seen expansion of recreational housing and seasonal tourism.
Yxlan lies in the northern Stockholm archipelago off the eastern Swedish coast and is administered from Norrtälje municipality. The island is reached by local archipelago boats and regional ferry services that connect islands to the mainland.
- Administrative area: Part of the Stockholm archipelago and administered from Norrtälje municipality in Stockholm County.
How to Get to Yxlan #
Yxlan is reached by regional ferries and car ferries from the Stockholm mainland; driving to the nearest ferry port and taking the scheduled crossing is the usual route. Check Waxholmsbolaget and local county ferry timetables.
Tips for Visiting Yxlan #
- If visiting from Stockholm, plan the ferry schedule and check seasonal car ferry timetables.
- Bring layers - even in summer winds can be cool on open shores.
- Explore the island's walking paths; the landscape rewards slow exploration rather than one quick stop.
Best Time to Visit Yxlan #
Summer is best for access and activities; check ferry timetables for exact connections.
Weather & Climate near Yxlan #
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (564 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 66 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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