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Birkeland, Norway
Agder · Norway
Birkeland is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 2,962. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
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About Birkeland
Birkeland is the administrative centre of the municipality of Birkenes in Agder county, Norway. The village is located on the eastern shore of the river Tovdalselva, across the river from the village of Flakk. The Norwegian National Road 41 runs through the village. The village is located about 30 kilometres (19 mi) northeast of the city of Kristiansand and about 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) northwest of the town of Lillesand.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,962 |
| Population Density | 3,703 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.3309°, 8.2323° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.7 inches (1,262 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.6 inches (42 cm) |
About Birkeland
Birkeland is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 2,962. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Birkeland
Birkeland has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Feb (1.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 933 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,703/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.3309°N, 8.2323°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 | — | 122 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 122 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | — | — | 126 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 4.7 in |
Birkeland has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 30°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.2") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Birkeland
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valstrand skole | — | — | — | — |
| Birkeland skole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Birkeland
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| P11 Dance (MP3 192k) | p4, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| P11 Dance (AAC HQ) | p4, dance | AAC 192 kbps | |
| P11 Dance (MP3 128k) | p4, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 3,16 - hele Norges kristne radiokanal | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Lyngdal | classic hits, hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Birkeland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bragdøya Kystkultursenter | ||||
| Bredalsholmen dokk og fartøyvernsenter | ||||
| Edvards Hus | ||||
| Gimle gård | ||||
| Grasham museum | ||||
| Historielagets Museum | ||||
| Høvåg Museum | ||||
| Iveland og Vegusdal Bygdemuseum | ||||
| Kristiansand museum | ||||
| Lillesand By- og Sjøfartsmuseum | ||||
| Myhre torvstrømuseum | ||||
| Naturmuseum og botanisk hage Universitetet i Agder | ||||
| Odderøya Museumshavn |
Libraries in Birkeland
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkenes folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kristiansand folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Lillesand folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Birkeland
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Birkeland
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Birkeland
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Birkeland
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Birkeland
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Birkeland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qvart Ølkompani |
Stadiums & Teams in Birkeland
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Birkeland
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klappane hoppbakker | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tveit skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vegårshei skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Birkeland
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kristiansand Airport | KRS | Large Airport |
| Arendal Airfield, Gullknapp | — | Small Airport |
| Evje Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ose Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Valle Airfield Åraksøyne | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Birkeland
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Birkeland post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Birkeland
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Birkenes kirke |
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What is the population of Birkeland?
Birkeland has a population of 2,962 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,703 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Birkeland?
Birkeland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches, with 16.6 inches of snow.