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Ål, Norway
Buskerud · Norway
Ål is a small town in Buskerud, Norway with a population of 2,278. Elevation: 1,444 ft (440 m). Average temperature: 33°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ål
Ål is a municipality in Buskerud county, Norway. It is part of the traditional region of Hallingdal. The administrative centre of the municipality is the village of Ål.
The parish of Aal was established as a municipality on 1 January 1838. The area of Hol was separated from the municipality of Aal in 1877 to become a separate municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,278 |
| Population Density | 2,170 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.6302°, 8.5607° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Buskerud |
| Average Temperature | 33°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.7 inches (628 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.3 inches (31 cm) |
About Ål
Ål is a small town in Norway (Buskerud) with a population of 2,278. The city sits at an elevation of 1,444 feet (440 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 33°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 33.4°F |
| 38% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,444 ft (440 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,170/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.6302°N, 8.5607°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 81 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.8 in |
Ål has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 17°F in January to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.2").
Schools in Ål
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ål vidaregåande skole, Ål | - | - | - | - |
| Nedre-Ål skule | - | - | - | - |
| Ål ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Torpo skule | - | - | - | - |
| Skattebøl skule | - | - | - | - |
| Nordbygdene skule | - | - | - | - |
| Ål folkehøgskule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ål
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ål
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ål bygdemuseum | ||||
| Ål Stavkyrkjemuseum | ||||
| Dagali museum | ||||
| Hemsedal bygdetun | ||||
| Hol bygdemuseum | ||||
| Rolf Nesch museum |
Libraries in Ål
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ål bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hemsedal folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Ål
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ål
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ål
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ål
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ål
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ål
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ål
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ål
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ål
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Ål
12 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uvdal alpinsenter (Senteret) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Geilo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nesfjellet Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hallingskarvet skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ål skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skarslia Ski- og Akesenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skagahøgdi skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hemsedal skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Brattstølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tyin-Filefjell | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alpinsenteret i Raudalen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Beitostølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ål
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fagernes Airport, Leirin | - | Small Airport |
| Geilo Airport Dagali | - | Small Airport |
| Gol Airport | GLL | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ål
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ål post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ål
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ål kyrkje | |
| Ål kyrkje | |
| Leveld kyrkje | |
| Torpo kyrkje | |
| Torpo stavkyrkje |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ål
What is the population of Ål?
Ål has a population of 2,278 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,170 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ål?
Ål has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 12.3 inches of snow.