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Farsund, Norway
Agder · Norway
Farsund is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 3,377. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Farsund
is the administrative centre of Farsund municipality in Agder county, Norway. The town is located near the mouth of the Lyngdalsfjorden, about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) east of the village of Vanse. Frelserens Church is the main church for the town. The 2.96-square-kilometre (730-acre) town has a population (2019) of 3,377 and a population density of 1,140 inhabitants per square kilometre (3,000/sq mi). In Norway, Farsund is considered a by which can be translated as either a "town" or "city" in English.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,377 |
| Population Density | 2,962 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.0948°, 6.8047° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.2 inches (1,581 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.8 inches (28 cm) |
About Farsund
Farsund is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 3,377. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.3°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,962/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.0948°N, 6.8047°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 | - | 107 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 107 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 74 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 7.8 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 6.8 in |
Farsund has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 33°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.0") and May the driest (2.9").
Schools in Farsund
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilert Sundt videregående skole, Farsund | - | - | - | - |
| Farsund barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Farsund ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Farsund
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Farsund
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment No 9 | ||||
| Fedrenes Minne museum | ||||
| Flekkefjord museum | ||||
| Hervoll mølle | ||||
| Hetland skolemuseum | ||||
| Lista Museum | ||||
| Lista museum Friluftstunet | ||||
| Lista Naturmuseum | ||||
| Lister Utvandrermuseum i Kvinesdal | ||||
| Listeskøyta kystkultursenter | ||||
| Lokalhistorisk samling | ||||
| Marcelius Førlands kunstmuseum | ||||
| Nordberg Fort | ||||
| Østhasselstrand Redningsstasjon | ||||
| Øye mølle | ||||
| Visitor Centre Wetland Lista |
Libraries in Farsund
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farsund bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Farsund bibliotek, avd. Borhaug | 0.0 | |||||
| Flekkefjord bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Flekkefjord bibliotek, Bakke filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Kvinesdal bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kvinesdal bibliotek, Feda filial | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Farsund
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| used goods shop |
Hotels in Farsund
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Farsund
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Farsund
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Farsund
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Farsund
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Farsund
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Farsund
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Farsund
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Farsund
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Farsund
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Farsund
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Farsund
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Farsund
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central bybryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Farsund
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bjørnestad Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ljosland skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Farsund
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lista Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Farsund
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Farsund post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Farsund
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Farsund bedehus | |
| Farsund kapell | |
| Farsund misjonskirke | |
| Frelserens kirke | |
| Frelsesarmeen | |
| Herad kirke | |
| Kirketorget Farsund | |
| Lindland bedehus | |
| Lunde bedehus | |
| Menigheten Saron | |
| Spind kirke | |
| Vigeholmen bedehus |
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What is the population of Farsund?
Farsund has a population of 3,377 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,962 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Farsund?
Farsund has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.2 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow.