Dale, Norway

Vestland · Norway

Dale is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 1,284. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,284 Population 2,986/sq mi density

525 ft Elevation 160 meters

43°F Avg Temperature 6°C

129.3 in Annual Rain

Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population1,284

Density2,986/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

Rain129.3 in/yr

Elevation525 ft (160 m)

Population	1,284
Population Density	2,986 / sq mi
Elevation	525 ft (160 m)
Coordinates	61.3635°, 5.4004°
Timezone	Europe/Oslo
Country	🇳🇴 Norway
State / Province	Vestland
Average Temperature	43°F (6°C)
January Average	32°F (0°C)
July Average	56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation	129.3 inches (3,285 mm)
Annual Snowfall	51.4 inches (131 cm)

About Dale

Dale is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 1,284. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet (160 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 129.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Dale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 129.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)

Annual Average	42.5°F
	21% below Norway avg
January Average	32°F (0°C)
July Average	56°F (13°C)

Geography

Elevation	525 ft (160 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	2,986/sq mi
Coordinates	61.3635°N, 5.4004°E
Timezone	Europe/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 129.3"

240% above Norway avg

Snowfall 51.4"

Wettest Month (Dec) 15.67"

Driest Month (May) 5.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

79 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 12, 2025.

Jan 12, 2025	43 km WNW of Larsnes, Norway	M4.5	110 km
Nov 7, 2017	20 km WSW of Manger, Norway	M4.0	96 km
Dec 27, 1993	115 km W of Hardbakke, Norway	M3.7	145 km
Jun 14, 1990	2 km E of Sandsli, Norway	M3.7	118 km
Nov 13, 1995	56 km WNW of Florø, Norway	M3.6	84 km
Dec 31, 1991	56 km WNW of Måløy, Norway	M3.5	111 km
Jun 1, 2001	91 km W of Måløy, Norway	M3.5	124 km
May 29, 1999	19 km WNW of Måløy, Norway	M3.5	77 km
Jan 19, 1990	22 km WSW of Måløy, Norway	M3.4	66 km
Sep 9, 1995	53 km W of Måløy, Norway	M3.3	87 km
Oct 31, 1996	86 km W of Måløy, Norway	M3.3	124 km
May 22, 1992	28 km W of Hardbakke, Norway	M3.2	67 km
Jun 20, 1995	69 km W of Måløy, Norway	M3.2	102 km
Jun 28, 1992	35 km WNW of Måløy, Norway	M3.2	91 km
Aug 18, 1995	60 km WNW of Florø, Norway	M3.2	90 km
Mar 24, 2012	18 km SSW of Fedje, Norway	M3.2	94 km
Sep 6, 2002	86 km W of Florø, Norway	M3.1	111 km
Feb 27, 2004	55 km WNW of Hardbakke, Norway	M3.1	86 km
Jan 23, 1991	58 km W of Måløy, Norway	M3.1	95 km
Sep 17, 1995	67 km WNW of Florø, Norway	M3.1	96 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 74.0 m (243 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1936	LAKE LOVATNET	Meteorological	74.0 m	-	96 km
1936	LOEN	Meteorological	74.0 m	73	95 km
1934	TAFJORD	Meteorological	62.3 m	41	145 km
1905	LOEN	Meteorological	40.5 m	61	95 km
1936	LAKE LOVATNET	Meteorological	40.0 m	-	96 km
1983	WESTERN NORWAY	Meteorological	7.0 m	-	125 km
1998	WESTERN NORWAY	Meteorological	6.0 m	-	21 km
1994	WESTERN NORWAY	Meteorological	4.0 m	-	64 km
1987	WESTERN NORWAY	Meteorological	3.0 m	-	114 km
1880	WESTERN NORWAY	Meteorological	-	-	121 km
1731	WESTERN NORWAY	Meteorological	-	17	136 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (0°C)	14.1 in
February	32°F (-0°C)	11.1 in	Coldest
March	34°F (1°C)	10.6 in
April	39°F (4°C)	6.3 in
May	47°F (8°C)	5.4 in	Driest
June	52°F (11°C)	6.3 in
July	56°F (13°C)	6.8 in	Warmest
August	55°F (13°C)	9.2 in
September	50°F (10°C)	14.8 in
October	43°F (6°C)	14.6 in
November	37°F (3°C)	14.7 in
December	33°F (0°C)	15.7 in	Wettest

Dale has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 32°F in February to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 129.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (15.7") and May the driest (5.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Dale

Institution	Type	Founded	Website
UWC Red Cross Nordic	College	-	Visit →

Schools in Dale

4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Gjelsvik skule	-	-	-	-
Dale vidaregåande skule	-	-	-	-
Flekke School	-	-	-	-
Dingemoen skule	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near Dale

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Museums in Dale

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Klokkargarden
Kvernsteinsparken

Libraries in Dale

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Fjaler folkebibliotek, Guddal filial		0.0
Fjaler folkebibliotek, Straumsnes filial		0.0
Hyllestad folkebibliotek		0.0
NAV Fjaler;Fjaler folkebibliotek		0.0

Cafes in Dale

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Allmuen

Fabel Kafé

Tunkaféen

Cinemas in Dale

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fjaler kino

Monuments in Dale

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vesle Daniel - Jakob Sande

Dentists in Dale

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dale tannklinikk

Gas Stations in Dale

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NO #4288992620

YX Dale i Sunnfjord

Banks in Dale

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sparebanken Sogn og Fjordane Dale

Shopping Malls in Dale

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dale senter

Ski Resorts Near Dale

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Stordalen skisenter	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Sunnfjord skisenter	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Jølster Skisenter	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Harpefossen skisenter	-	-	$0	-	-	-

Airports Near Dale

4 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Florø Airport	FRO	Medium Airport
Førde Airport, Bringeland	FDE	Small Airport
Rompene Airfield	-	Small Airport
Sandane Airport, Anda	SDN	Small Airport

Post Offices in Dale

4 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Dale i Sunnfjord post i butikk
Flekke post i butikk
Kvammen post i butikk
Vevring post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dale

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Dale kyrkje
Dale kyrkje

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Waterfalls

Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors

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Waterfalls Near Dale

3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Dale.

Name	Description
Hålandsfossen
Hellebostfossen
Laukelandsfossen

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dale

What is the population of Dale?

Dale has a population of 1,284 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,986 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dale?

Dale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 129.3 inches, with 51.4 inches of snow.

Nearby Cities

Sande 1,019 pop · 13.4 mi Naustdal 1,332 pop · 14.6 mi Førde 10,922 pop · 16.3 mi Florø 9,102 pop · 20.3 mi Høyanger 1,903 pop · 24.7 mi Svelgen 1,095 pop · 28.3 mi Sandane 2,633 pop · 39.0 mi Måløy 3,407 pop · 40.6 mi Nordfjordeid 3,247 pop · 42.5 mi Vikøyri 1,230 pop · 43.6 mi Lindås 1,448 pop · 44.1 mi Vik 2,899 pop · 44.5 mi Hermansverk 2,144 pop · 49.7 mi Manger 1,142 pop · 51.3 mi

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