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Barkåker, Norway
Vestfold · Norway
Barkåker is a small town in Vestfold, Norway with a population of 1,238. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Barkåker
Barkåker is a village in Tønsberg Municipality in Vestfold county, Norway. It is located along the European route E18, about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) to the northwest of the city of Tønsberg. The mediaeval Sem Church lies about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) to the south of the village.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,238 |
| Population Density | 2,948 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.3186°, 10.3896° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestfold |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (801 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.7 inches (22 cm) |
About Barkåker
Barkåker is a small town in Norway (Vestfold) with a population of 1,238. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,948/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.3186°N, 10.3896°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1966 | EASTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 34 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in |
Barkåker has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.6").
Schools in Barkåker
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klokkeråsen skole | - | - | - | - |
| Barkåker skole | - | - | - | - |
| Tønsberg montessoriskole | - | - | - | - |
| Wang Tønsberg | - | - | - | - |
| Kongseik ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Barkåker
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK Nyhter (MP3 - HI) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Metro Buskerud | music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Barkåker
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminiummuseet | ||||
| Berger museum | ||||
| Færder Militærhistoriske Museum | ||||
| Gokstad Kystlag | ||||
| Gulli skolemuseum | ||||
| Haugar kunstmuseum | ||||
| Holmestrand museum | ||||
| Holmsbu kunstmuseum | ||||
| Horten bilmuseum | ||||
| Hvalfangstmuseet | ||||
| Hvasser Kystmuseum | ||||
| KNM Narvik | ||||
| Kystkultursenteret | ||||
| Lokalhistorisk senter | ||||
| Midgard vikingsenter | ||||
| Motormuseet | ||||
| Munchs hus | ||||
| Olav og Emma Duuns hus «Fjellvang» | ||||
| Preus Fotomuseum | ||||
| Reidvin-tunet | ||||
| Royal Norwegian Navy Museum | ||||
| Slottsfjellsmuseet | ||||
| Støa | ||||
| Stokke bygdetun | ||||
| The Whaler «Southern Actor» | ||||
| Tønsberg Sjøfartshistoriske Senter | ||||
| Våle prestegård | ||||
| Vallø & omegn Historielag Museum | ||||
| Vestfoldarkivet | ||||
| Vestfoldtunet |
Libraries in Barkåker
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andebu bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Holmestrand bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Horten bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Horten bibliotek, Åsgårdstrand | 0.0 | |||||
| Hurum folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Prison library | 0.0 | |||||
| Revetal bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandefjord bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stokke bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tjøme bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tønsberg og Færder bibliotek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Barkåker
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veierland Gårdsusalg |
Cafes in Barkåker
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Barkåker
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Barkåker
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Færder Mikrobryggeri | ||||
| Sandar Haandverksbryggeri |
Stadiums & Teams in Barkåker
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Barkåker
25 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jardarkollen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skimore Oslo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nylendlia skianlegg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Lillomarka Arena | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Linderudkollen hoppbakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Modum skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Trollbakkene | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Holmenkollen National Ski Arena | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Oslo Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| SNØ Oslo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Jerikobakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Martabakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Marikollen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tagtvedtbakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Leirskallen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ingierkollen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Trolldalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Løvaasjordet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Høvikbakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ellingsrudkollen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gjerpenkollen hoppbakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stillerud akebakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Montebello ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Høgås alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Breimyrbakkene | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Barkåker
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sandefjord Airport, Torp | TRF | Large Airport |
| Moss Airport, Rygge | - | Medium Airport |
| Askestad Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hokksund Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Huseby Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jarlsberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lier Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lillestrøm Airfield, Kjeller | - | Small Airport |
| Ruteig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ski Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Skitnerød flyplass | - | Small Airport |
| Spydeberg Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Torsnes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Veum Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Barkåker
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Unicare Jeløy |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Barkåker
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Slagen kirke |
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What is the population of Barkåker?
Barkåker has a population of 1,238 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,948 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barkåker?
Barkåker has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.