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Bjørnevatn, Norway
Finnmark · Norway
Bjørnevatn is a small town in Finnmark, Norway with a population of 2,536. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 32°F (0°C).
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About Bjørnevatn
Bjørnevatn (Norwegian), Kuõbǯǯjäuʹrr (Skolt Sami), Guovžajávri (Northern Sami), or Kruuvakylä (Kven) is a village in Sør-Varanger Municipality in Finnmark county, Norway. The village lies about 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) south of the town of Kirkenes and about 3.8 kilometres (2.4 mi) west of the Norway-Russia border. The village has a couple of suburbs including Hesseng to the north and Sandnes to the west. The Bjørnevatn IL is the local sports team. The name Bjørnevatn translates to "Bear Lake" in English.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,536 |
| Population Density | 3,675 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Coordinates | 69.6675°, 29.9872° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Finnmark |
| Average Temperature | 32°F (0°C) |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.9 inches (505 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.7 inches (25 cm) |
About Bjørnevatn
Bjørnevatn is a small town in Norway (Finnmark) with a population of 2,536. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 32°F (0°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 32.4°F |
| 40% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,675/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 69.6675°N, 29.9872°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| May | 38°F (3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 47°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.3 in |
Bjørnevatn has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 14°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and April the driest (1.0").
Schools in Bjørnevatn
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hesseng flerbrukssenter | — | — | — | — |
| Sandnes og Bjørnevatn skole | — | — | — | — |
| Kirkenes videregående skole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bjørnevatn
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bjørnevatn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andersgrotta | ||||
| Namdalen gård | ||||
| Saviomusea / Saviomuseet | ||||
| Sør-Varanger museum | ||||
| Strand skoleinternat |
Libraries in Bjørnevatn
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sør-Varanger bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Bjørnevatn
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bjørnevatn
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bjørnevatn
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bjørnevatn
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bjørnevatn
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bjørnevatn
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen | KKN | Medium Airport |
| Vadsø Airport | VDS | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Bjørnevatn
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bjørnevatn post i butikk | |
| Hesseng post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bjørnevatn
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Sandnes kapell |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Bjørnevatn
What is the population of Bjørnevatn?
Bjørnevatn has a population of 2,536 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,675 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bjørnevatn?
Bjørnevatn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.