Sign In Register

Bygland, Norway

Agder · Norway

Bygland is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 245. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

245 Population 1,021/sq mi density
679 ft Elevation 207 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
58.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

Discover Bygland, Norway

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population245
Density1,021/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Population245
Population Density1,021 / sq mi
Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Coordinates58.8285°, 7.7962°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceAgder
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation58.0 inches (1,473 mm)
Annual Snowfall79.0 inches (201 cm)

About Bygland

Bygland is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 245. The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet (207 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Bygland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 79.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below Norway avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,021/sq mi
Coordinates58.8285°N, 7.7962°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.0"
53% above Norway avg
Snowfall 79.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.00"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.6 on Mar 14, 2012.

Jan 28, 2007 28 km S of Vestbygd, Norway M4.4 130 km
Oct 19, 2000 54 km S of Farsund, Norway M4.0 147 km
Apr 14, 1992 9 km SSW of Ølen, Norway M3.7 141 km
Aug 6, 1992 17 km NNE of Etne, Norway M3.7 147 km
Mar 14, 2012 13 km WSW of Ølen, Norway M3.6 148 km
Aug 23, 1991 4 km NNE of Stavanger, Norway M3.1 118 km
Jun 29, 2004 17 km E of Hovden, Norway M3.1 81 km
Feb 25, 1990 6 km WNW of Sauda, Norway M3.0 128 km
Apr 2, 1993 40 km SSW of Vestbygd, Norway M3.0 148 km
Sep 21, 1993 26 km WSW of Vestbygd, Norway M3.0 132 km
Nov 27, 1992 32 km SSW of Mandal, Norway M3.0 123 km
Sep 17, 1992 3 km NW of Tau, Norway M2.8 114 km
Jun 23, 1993 21 km SW of Vestbygd, Norway M2.8 128 km
Sep 29, 1993 16 km W of Vestbygd, Norway M2.8 120 km
Nov 18, 1992 12 km WSW of Flekkefjord, Norway M2.8 101 km
Aug 28, 1992 24 km NE of Sauda, Norway M2.7 125 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 137 km
Jul 6, 1993 9 km W of Flekkefjord, Norway M2.7 97 km
Apr 14, 1992 14 km S of Ølen, Norway M2.7 135 km
Aug 30, 1994 4 km ENE of Vikevåg, Norway M2.7 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 71 km
2011 LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological - - 71 km
1867 WESTERN NORWAY Earthquake - - 96 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 5.0 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 30°F (-1°C) 3.7 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
July 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
September 48°F (9°C) 5.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 6.0 in Wettest
November 32°F (0°C) 5.7 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 4.9 in

Bygland has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 25°F in February to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.0") and April the driest (2.2").

View full weather details →

Schools in Bygland

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kristen videregående skole Bygland - - - -
Bygland oppvekstsenter - - - -
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Bygland

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bygland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bygland Museum
Evje Mineralsti
Evje og Hornnes Mineralmuseum

Libraries in Bygland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bygland folkebibliotek0.0
Bygland folkebibliotek, Byglandsfjord filial0.0
Evje og Hornnes bibliotek0.0

Dentists in Bygland

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bygland tannklinikk

Gas Stations in Bygland

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Knapphus Energi Bygland
Tank Grendi

Ski Resorts Near Bygland

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Klappane hoppbakker 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tveit skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ljosland skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bortelid Skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Vrådal Panorama 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hallbjønnsekken skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Morgedal 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bygland

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kristiansand AirportKRSLarge Airport
Evje Airfield-Small Airport
Fyresdal Airfield-Small Airport
Ose Airfield-Small Airport
Valle Airfield Åraksøyne-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bygland

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bygland post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bygland

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bygland kyrkje
Sandnes kapell

Explore Near Bygland

Waterfalls
28
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
View all →

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Oslo

🇳🇴 About Norway

Capital Oslo
Population 5,314,336
Area 324,220 km²
GDP (USD) $482,949,731,777
GDP per capita $87,497
HDI 0.966
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 99.0%
Urban population 83.1%
Currency NOK (Krone)
Languages Norwegian Nynorsk, Norwegian Bokmål, Sami
Calling code +47
TLD .no
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Norway

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Første nyttårsdag
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Skjærtorsdag
Apr 3 Good Friday Langfredag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Første påskedag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Andre påskedag
May 1 Labour Day Første mai
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi himmelfartsdag
May 17 Constitution Day Syttende mai
May 24 Pentecost Første pinsedag
May 25 Whit Monday Andre pinsedag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Første juledag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Andre juledag

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Bygland.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Bygland

What is the population of Bygland?

Bygland has a population of 245 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,021 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bygland?

Bygland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches, with 79.0 inches of snow.

Nearby Cities

Compare Bygland with another city: