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Åkrehamn, Norway
Rogaland · Norway
Åkrehamn is a small city in Rogaland, Norway with a population of 5,018. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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About Åkrehamn
is a small town in Karmøy Municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. The town is located on the west side of the island of Karmøy in the traditional district of Haugaland and the Haugesund Region, a statistical metropolitan area. The town sits about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) west of the town of Kopervik, about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) north of the town of Skudeneshavn, and about 25 kilometres (16 mi) southwest of the town of Haugesund. The village of Veavågen lies immediately to the northeast of Åkrehamn.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,018 |
| Population Density | 2,987 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.2605°, 5.1869° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Rogaland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.6 inches (1,540 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.1 inches (10 cm) |
About Åkrehamn
Åkrehamn is a small city in Norway (Rogaland) with a population of 5,018. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Åkrehamn
Åkrehamn has an average annual temperature of 8.5°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.4°C), the coldest is Feb (2.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1260 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,987/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.2605°N, 5.1869°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | — | 86 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 86 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | — | — | 87 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 6.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 6.7 in |
Åkrehamn has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 35°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.5") and April the driest (2.8").
Schools in Åkrehamn
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Åkrehamn vidaregåande skole | — | — | — | — |
| Åkra ungdomsskole | — | — | — | — |
| Åkra skole | — | — | — | — |
| Ådland skole | — | — | — | — |
| Grindhaug skole | — | — | — | — |
| Ferkingstad skole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Åkrehamn
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet MP3) | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio102 | local, local music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Northern Star | classic rock, norway | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet AAC) | — | AAC+ 159 kbps | |
| Radio Kos | — | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Åkrehamn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquebus krigshistorisk museum | ||||
| Derikhuset | ||||
| Dokken friluftsmuseum | ||||
| Hiltahuset | ||||
| Hummermuseet | ||||
| Karmøy Fiskerimuseum | ||||
| Karmsund folkemuseum | ||||
| Mælandsgården | ||||
| Museumsgården Ørpetveit | ||||
| Nordvegen Historiesenter | ||||
| Røvær Havbrukssenter | ||||
| Solhålå | ||||
| Stiftelsen Haugesjøen | ||||
| Tonjer fyr | ||||
| Visnes Gruvemuseum |
Libraries in Åkrehamn
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haugesund folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Åkrehamn filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Norheim filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Skudesneshavn filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Kvitsøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Monuments in Åkrehamn
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Åkrehamn
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Åkrehamn
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Åkrehamn
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Åkrehamn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salamander bryggeri | ||||
| Skudenes Bryggeri |
Airports Near Åkrehamn
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Stavanger Airport, Sola | SVG | Large Airport |
| Haugesund Airport, Karmøy | HAU | Medium Airport |
| Stord Airport, Sørstokken | SRP | Medium Airport |
| Jæren Mikroflyklubb Field | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Åkrehamn
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Åkrehamn post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Åkrehamn
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Åkra gamle kirke | |
| Åkra kirke | |
| Ferkingstad kyrkje |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Åkrehamn
What is the population of Åkrehamn?
Åkrehamn has a population of 5,018 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,987 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Åkrehamn?
Åkrehamn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.