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Fosnavåg, Norway
Møre og Romsdal · Norway
Fosnavåg is a small town in Møre og Romsdal, Norway with a population of 3,710. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
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About Fosnavåg
is a town in Herøy Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. It is the administrative center of the municipality. The town is located on the island of Bergsøya, and it includes the Eggesbønes area on the south side of the island.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,710 |
| Population Density | 19,526 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.3419°, 5.6340° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Møre og Romsdal |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.7 inches (2,126 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 31.0 inches (79 cm) |
About Fosnavåg
Fosnavåg is a small town in Norway (Møre og Romsdal) with a population of 3,710. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 184 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 19,526/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.3419°N, 5.6340°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 | — | 86 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 82 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 92 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 83 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | — | 86 km |
| 1756 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 38.0 m | 32 | 125 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | — | 130 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 130 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | — | 55 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 82 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | 17 | 69 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 8.5 in | |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 44°F (6°C) | 9.6 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 9.6 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
Fosnavåg has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 33°F in February to 54°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.8") and May the driest (3.6").
Schools in Fosnavåg
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergsøy skule | — | — | — | — |
| Einedalen skule | — | — | — | — |
| Ytre Herøy ungdomsskule | — | — | — | — |
| Herøy vidaregåande skule | — | — | — | — |
| Nerlandsøy skule | — | — | — | — |
| Bergsøy skule - avdeling Blåhaugen | — | — | — | — |
| Moltu skule | — | — | — | — |
| Stokksund barne- og ungdomsskule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Fosnavåg
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Fosnavåg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herøy Kystmuseum | ||||
| Runde miljøsenter |
Libraries in Fosnavåg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sande bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sande bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ulstein bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vanylven folkebibliotek, Åram filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Vanylven folkebibliotek, Rovde filial | 0.0 |
Hotels in Fosnavåg
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Fosnavåg
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Fosnavåg
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fosnavåg
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fosnavåg
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Fosnavåg
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harpefossen skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ørsta skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Volda skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Fosnavåg
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ålesund Airport | AES | Large Airport |
| Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden | HOV | Medium Airport |
| Sandane Airport, Anda | SDN | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Fosnavåg
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fosnavåg post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fosnavåg
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Frikyrkja Fosnavåg | |
| Herøy kyrkje | |
| Indre Herøy kyrkje | |
| Nerlandsøy bedehus |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Fosnavåg?
Fosnavåg has a population of 3,710 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 19,526 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fosnavåg?
Fosnavåg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.7 inches, with 31.0 inches of snow.