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Finnsnes, Norway
Troms · Norway
Finnsnes is a small town in Troms, Norway with a population of 3,907. Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Finnsnes
Finnsnes is a town that is the administrative centre of Senja Municipality in Troms county, Norway. The town is located on the mainland part of Norway, just across the Gisundet strait from the island of Senja. The Gisund Bridge connects Finnsnes to the suburban villages of Silsand and Laukhella on the island of Senja. The municipality is well-provided with kindergartens and a decentralized school system on both primary and secondary levels. There are also three schools on the upper secondary/high school level and a center for decentralized studies at the university level. Finnsnes Church is located in the center of the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,907 |
| Population Density | 3,076 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 69.2296°, 17.9811° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Troms |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.5 inches (902 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 17.7 inches (45 cm) |
About Finnsnes
Finnsnes is a small town in Norway (Troms) with a population of 3,907. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.5°F |
| 32% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,076/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 69.2296°N, 17.9811°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1959 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | 9 | 132 km |
| 2015 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 131 km |
| 1810 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 14 | 88 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 33°F (1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 3.6 in |
Finnsnes has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 22°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (1.8").
Schools in Finnsnes
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIlsand barneskole Småslettan 1-3 | - | - | - | - |
| Småslettan skole | - | - | - | - |
| Nordborg ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Finnsnes barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Silsand barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Trollvik skole | - | - | - | - |
| Senja videregående skole, Finnfjordbotn | - | - | - | - |
| Nordborg videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Finnsnes ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Finnsnes
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Finnsnes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gårdsmuseum | ||||
| Kramvigbrygga | ||||
| Lenvik Bygdemuseum | ||||
| Midt-Troms barnemuseum |
Libraries in Finnsnes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenvik library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sørreisa folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Finnsnes
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Finnsnes
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Finnsnes
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Finnsnes
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Finnsnes
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Finnsnes
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Finnsnes
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Finnsnes
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Finnsnes
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Finnsnes
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Finnsnes
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finnsnes Skiklubb | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Finnsnes
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bardufoss Airport | BDU | Medium Airport |
| Salangen Airfield Elvenes | - | Small Airport |
| Setermoen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Finnsnes
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Finnsnes post i butikk | |
| Silsand post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Finnsnes
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Finnsnes kirke | |
| Finnsnes Metodistkirke | |
| Finnsnes Misjonsforsamling | |
| Indre Senja Adventistkirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Reindalen kapell |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Finnsnes?
Finnsnes has a population of 3,907 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,076 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Finnsnes?
Finnsnes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 17.7 inches of snow.