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Evje, Norway
Agder · Norway
Evje is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 2,696. Elevation: 607 ft (185 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Evje
Evje is a former municipality in the old Aust-Agder county in Norway. The 177-square-kilometre (68 sq mi) municipality existed from 1877 until 1960. It was located in what is now the eastern part of the present-day municipality of Evje og Hornnes in the Setesdal valley of Agder county. The administrative centre was the village of Evje where the Evje Church is located. The lake Høvringsvatnet is located about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) northeast of the village.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,696 |
| Population Density | 1,167 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.5857°, 7.8036° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.2 inches (1,782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 166.4 inches (423 cm) |
About Evje
Evje is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 2,696. The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet (185 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.2°F |
| 20% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,167/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.5857°N, 7.8036°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 | - | 85 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 85 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 6.3 in |
Evje has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 29°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.4") and April the driest (2.7").
Colleges & Universities in Evje
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setesdal VGS avd. Hornnes | College | - | , |
Schools in Evje
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornnes barneskule | - | - | - | - |
| Hornnes vidaregåandre skule avd. byggfag | - | - | - | - |
| Evje ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Evje barneskule | - | - | - | - |
| Byglandsfjord oppvekstsenter | - | - | - | - |
| Setesdal vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Evje
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 Evje
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bygland Museum | ||||
| Evje Mineralsti | ||||
| Evje og Hornnes Mineralmuseum | ||||
| Evjemoen Forsvarsmuseum | ||||
| Evjemoen forsvarsmuseum | ||||
| Hægeland bygdemuseum | ||||
| Iveland Kommunes Mineralsamling | ||||
| Setesdalsbanen - Røyknes stasjon |
Libraries in Evje
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bygland folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bygland folkebibliotek, Byglandsfjord filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Evje og Hornnes bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Iveland folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vennesla bibliotek, Hægeland filial | 0.0 |
Hotels in Evje
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Evje
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Evje
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Evje
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Evje
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Evje
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Evje
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 | - | - | - |
| Ljosland skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bortelid Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Evje
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kristiansand Airport | KRS | Large Airport |
| Evje Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fyresdal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ose Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Valle Airfield Åraksøyne | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Evje
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Evje post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Evje
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Evje kyrkje | |
| Hornnes kyrkje |
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Quick Facts
🇳🇴 About Norway
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Evje
What is the population of Evje?
Evje has a population of 2,696 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,167 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Evje?
Evje has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.2 inches, with 166.4 inches of snow.