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Fagernes, Norway
Innlandet · Norway
Fagernes is a small town in Innlandet, Norway with a population of 1,951. Elevation: 1,227 ft (374 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Fagernes
Fagernes is a town in Nord-Aurdal Municipality in Innlandet county, Norway. The town is the administrative centre of the municipality as well as the largest urban/commercial centre for the Valdres region. It is located just northwest of the village of Leira and about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) south of the village of Skrautvål. The 2-square-kilometre (490-acre) town has a population (2024) of 1,983 and a population density of 992 inhabitants per square kilometre (2,570/sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 1,951 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,227 ft (374 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.9858°, 9.2324° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Innlandet |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.0 inches (636 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.4 inches (29 cm) |
About Fagernes
Fagernes is a small town in Norway (Innlandet) with a population of 1,951. The city sits at an elevation of 1,227 feet (374 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.1°F |
| 37% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,227 ft (374 m) |
| Area | 83.4 sq mi (216.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.9858°N, 9.2324°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 86 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 19°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in |
Fagernes has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 17°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Fagernes
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valdres montessoriskule | - | - | - | - |
| Nord-Aurdal barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Nord-Aurdal ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fagernes
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Fagernes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stavkirkemuseum | ||||
| Valdres folkemuseum |
Libraries in Fagernes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nord-Aurdal folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Øystre Slidre folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Fagernes
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Fagernes
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fagernes
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Fagernes
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Fagernes
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Fagernes
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Fagernes
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fagernes
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fagernes
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fagernes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Små Vesen | ||||
| Valdres Gardsbryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Fagernes
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turufjell Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nesfjellet Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skagahøgdi skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stavadalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Brattstølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Valdres Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gamlestølen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alpinsenteret i Raudalen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Beitostølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gålå Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fefor Høifjellshotell Skibakke & Løyper | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Fagernes
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dokka Thomlevold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fagernes Airport, Leirin | - | Small Airport |
| Geilo Airport Dagali | - | Small Airport |
| Gol Airport | GLL | Small Airport |
| Wadahl | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Fagernes
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fagernes post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fagernes
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Frelsesarmeen avd Fagernes Korps | |
| Skrautvål kyrkje | |
| Strand kyrkje | |
| Tingnes kapell | |
| Tingnes kirke | |
| Ulnes kyrkje |
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What is the population of Fagernes?
Fagernes has a population of 1,951 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 83.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fagernes?
Fagernes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 11.4 inches of snow.