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Førde, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Førde is a small city in Vestland, Norway with a population of 10,339. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,339 |
| Population Density | 4,809 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.4522°, 5.8572° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 107.0 inches (2,718 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 55.5 inches (141 cm) |
About Førde
Førde is a small city in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 10,339. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Førde
Førde has an average annual temperature of 4.7°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (13.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2500 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.1°F |
| 24% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 143 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,809/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.4522°N, 5.8572°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 | - | 71 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 70 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 122 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 70 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 71 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 102 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 43 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 44 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | - | 93 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 97 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 17 | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 11.9 in | |
| February | 29°F (-1°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 8.8 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | Driest |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 12.2 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 12.0 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
Førde has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 29°F in February to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 107.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (13.2") and May the driest (4.3").
Schools in Førde
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnfjord folkehøgskule | - | - | - | - |
| Slåtten skule | - | - | - | - |
| Førde vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Førde barneskule | - | - | - | - |
| Hafstad videregående skule | - | - | - | - |
| Halbrend skule | - | - | - | - |
| Flatene skule | - | - | - | - |
| Sunde skule | - | - | - | - |
| Førde ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Førde videregående skole, avdeling Mo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Førde
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Førde
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Høyanger Industristadsmuseet | ||||
| Sogn og Fjordane Kunstmuseum | ||||
| Sunnfjord museum |
Libraries in Førde
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Førde Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaular folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Høyanger bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Høyanger bibliotek, Vadheim kombinasjonsbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Naustdal bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Førde
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Førde
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Førde
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Førde
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Førde
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Førde
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Førde
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Førde
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Førde
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Førde
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Førde
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Førde
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kvernafossen Bryggeri |
Stadiums & Teams in Førde
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Førde
8 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myrkdalen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stordalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sunnfjord skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Jølster Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Breimsbygda Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nordfjord fritidssenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Harpefossen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hornindal skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Førde
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden | HOV | Medium Airport |
| Førde Airport, Bringeland | FDE | Small Airport |
| Rompene Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sandane Airport, Anda | SDN | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Førde
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Førde post i butikk | |
| Kronborg post i butikk | |
| Vassenden post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Førde
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Førde kyrkje | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Førde
What is the population of Førde?
Førde has a population of 10,339 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,809 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Førde?
Førde has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 143 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.0 inches, with 55.5 inches of snow.