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Balestrand, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Balestrand is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 769. Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 769 |
| Population Density | 1,876 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.2096°, 6.5361° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.6 inches (1,845 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 37.2 inches (94 cm) |
About Balestrand
Balestrand is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 769. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,876/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.2096°N, 6.5361°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 74.0 m (243 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 74.0 m | — | 74 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 75 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 126 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 75 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | — | 74 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | — | 63 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | — | 68 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 7 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | — | 110 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 102 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | 17 | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 8.0 in | |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
Balestrand has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 28°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.1") and May the driest (2.8").
Schools in Balestrand
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fjordtun oppvekstsenter | — | — | — | — |
| Sygna videregående skole | — | — | — | — |
| Sagatun skule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Balestrand
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Balestrand
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper-huset | ||||
| Høyviksalen | ||||
| Kristian Otterskreds motorsamling | ||||
| Norsk Reiselivsmuseum |
Libraries in Balestrand
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balestrand folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vik folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vik folkebibliotek, Arnafjord filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Vik folkebibliotek, Feios filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Vik folkebibliotek, Vangsnes filial | 0.0 |
Hotels in Balestrand
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Balestrand
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balestrand
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Balestrand
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Balestrand
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Balestrand
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Balestrand
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balestrand
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Balestrand
10 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haugsåsen (Granvin Alpin) | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tunåsen hoppanlegg | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Alphapark | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Voss Resort Fjellheisar | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Myrkdalen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sogndal skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sogn skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Jølster Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Breimsbygda Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nordfjord fritidssenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Balestrand
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bømoen Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sandane Airport, Anda | SDN | Small Airport |
| Sogndal Airport, Haukåsen | SOG | Small Airport |
| Stryn Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Balestrand
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Balestrand post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balestrand
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bedehuset Betel | |
| St. Olaf’s Church | |
| Tjugum kyrkje | |
| Vangsnes kyrkje |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Balestrand?
Balestrand has a population of 769 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,876 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balestrand?
Balestrand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches, with 37.2 inches of snow.