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Blakstad, Norway
Agder · Norway
Blakstad is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 3,448. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
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About Blakstad
Blakstad or Blakstad-Osedalen is a village which is also the administrative centre of the municipality of Froland in Agder county, Norway. It is located along the river Nidelva, about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) northwest of the town of Arendal. The small village of Froland lies about 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) to the north, on the west side of the river, and that is where Froland Church is located.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,448 |
| Population Density | 11,493 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.5046°, 8.6465° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.4 inches (1,077 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.3 inches (34 cm) |
About Blakstad
Blakstad is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 3,448. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Blakstad
Blakstad 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 | 44.2°F |
| 18% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,493/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.5046°N, 8.6465°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 | — | 131 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 131 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | — | — | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 35°F (1°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.7 in |
Blakstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 29°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.5") and April the driest (2.0").
Schools in Blakstad
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blakstadheia skole | — | — | — | — |
| Froland ungdomsskole | — | — | — | — |
| Froland barneskole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Blakstad
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Blakstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bomsholmen Fløtingsmuseum | ||||
| By- og sjøfartsmuseet | ||||
| Engehavehuset | ||||
| Eydehavnmuseet | ||||
| Frolands Verk Kultursenter | ||||
| Grimstad sykkelmuseum | ||||
| Hesthaghuset | ||||
| Holt skolemuseum | ||||
| Ibsen-museet | ||||
| Jortveit Gårdsmuseum - Homborsund | ||||
| Kastellet kultursenter | ||||
| Kløckers Hus - Arendal Bymuseum | ||||
| Klokkebua | ||||
| Knut Hamsuns dikterstue | ||||
| KUBEN | ||||
| Kunstarena Torbjørnsbu Gruver | ||||
| Langsæ gård | ||||
| Merdøgaard skjærgårdsmuseum | ||||
| Næs Jernverksmuseum | ||||
| Norsk Hagebruksmuseum | ||||
| Sjøfartsmuseet i Aust-Agder | ||||
| Solberggruva | ||||
| Vitensenteret Sørlandet |
Libraries in Blakstad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arendal bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Froland bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Grimstad bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Grimstad bibliotek, Fevik filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Vegårshei folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Blakstad
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Blakstad
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Blakstad
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Blakstad
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Blakstad
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Blakstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arendals Bryggeri | ||||
| Nøgne Ø |
Ski Resorts Near Blakstad
4 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 | — | — | — |
| Gautefall skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Blakstad
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kristiansand Airport | KRS | Large Airport |
| Arendal Airfield, Gullknapp | — | Small Airport |
| Fyresdal Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Blakstad
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Froland post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Blakstad
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Froland kirke | |
| Froland Misjonskirke | |
| Mjølhusmoen kapell |
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Public Holidays in Norway
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What is the population of Blakstad?
Blakstad has a population of 3,448 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 11,493 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Blakstad?
Blakstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches, with 13.3 inches of snow.