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Årås, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Årås is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 550. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 550 |
| Population Density | 2,115 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.7774°, 4.9327° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.7 inches (1,949 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.7 inches (35 cm) |
About Årås
Årås is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 550. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 197 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,115/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.7774°N, 4.9327°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | — | 49 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 7.7 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 6.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 8.6 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 8.7 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 8.7 in |
Årås has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 35°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 76.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.8") and May the driest (3.2").
Schools in Årås
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaland skule | — | — | — | — |
| Austrheim vidaregåande skule | — | — | — | — |
| Årås skule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Årås
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nrk p1 Hordaland | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Sotra | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Årås
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herdla museum | ||||
| Lyngheisenteret | ||||
| The Coastal Museum in Øygarden | ||||
| The Heathland Centre | ||||
| Vestnorsk utvandringssenter, Museumssenteret i Hordaland |
Libraries in Årås
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrheim folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Austrheim folkebibliotek, Fonnes filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Fedje folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gulen folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gulen folkebibliotek, Byrknes filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Gulen folkebibliotek, Dalsøyra filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Lindås filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Meland bibliotek, Rossland avdeling | 0.0 | |||||
| Radøy bibliotek | 0.0 |
Dentists in Årås
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Årås
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Årås
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Årås
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bergen Airport, Flesland | BGO | Large Airport |
| Os Vaksinen Ulven Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rompene Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Årås
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mongstad post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Årås
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Leirvåg bedehus |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Årås
What is the population of Årås?
Årås has a population of 550 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,115 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Årås?
Årås has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.7 inches, with 13.7 inches of snow.