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Farnes, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Farnes is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 3,465. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Farnes
Farnes Church is a parish church of the Church of Norway in Årdal Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. It is located in the village of Øvre Årdal. It is the church for the Øvre Årdal parish which is part of the Sogn prosti (deanery) in the Diocese of Bjørgvin.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,465 |
| Population Density | 8,058 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.3085°, 7.7969° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.5 inches (979 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.3 inches (62 cm) |
About Farnes
Farnes is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 3,465. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 33.8°F |
| 37% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,058/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.3085°N, 7.7969°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 77 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 80 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 109 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 80 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 77 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 9 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 136 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 65 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | - | 116 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 93 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 17 | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
Farnes has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 20°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and May the driest (1.5").
Schools in Farnes
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Årdal vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Farnes skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Farnes
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Farnes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utladalen Naturhus |
Libraries in Farnes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Årdal bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Farnes
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Farnes
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Farnes
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Farnes
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Farnes
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Farnes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tya Bryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Farnes
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallingskarvet skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skarslia Ski- og Akesenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tyin-Filefjell | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sogn skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Galdhøpiggen Sommerskisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Farnes
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sogndal Airport, Haukåsen | SOG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Farnes
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Øvre Årdal post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Farnes
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Farnes kyrkje |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Farnes
What is the population of Farnes?
Farnes has a population of 3,465 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 8,058 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Farnes?
Farnes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches, with 24.3 inches of snow.