Gladstad, Norway

Nordland · Norway

Gladstad is a small town in Nordland, Norway with a population of 307. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

307 Population 1,616/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
62.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population307
Density1,616/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain62.0 in/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population307
Population Density1,616 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates65.6768°, 11.9622°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceNordland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation62.0 inches (1,574 mm)
Annual Snowfall22.2 inches (56 cm)

About Gladstad

Gladstad is a small town in Norway (Nordland) with a population of 307. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Gladstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 22.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below Norway avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,616/sq mi
Coordinates65.6768°N, 11.9622°E
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.0"
63% above Norway avg
Snowfall 22.2"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.44"
Driest Month (May) 3.11"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.9 on May 21, 2006.

Mar 31, 2001 24 km NNW of Hemnesberget, Norway M3.8 102 km
Aug 3, 1992 24 km NNE of Nesna, Norway M3.6 99 km
Jun 24, 2005 31 km NNW of Hemnesberget, Norway M3.3 111 km
Apr 26, 1992 4 km NE of Terråk, Norway M3.3 67 km
Jun 27, 1992 15 km WSW of Ørnes, Norway M3.2 141 km
Apr 18, 1990 19 km NE of Mo i Rana, Norway M3.1 141 km
Apr 16, 2001 18 km NW of Hemnesberget, Norway M3.1 100 km
Mar 29, 1995 20 km NNW of Hemnesberget, Norway M3.0 104 km
Nov 25, 1992 28 km NE of Mo i Rana, Norway M3.0 150 km
Feb 25, 1992 9 km SW of Glomfjord, Norway M3.0 145 km
May 21, 2006 23 km NNE of Nesna, Norway M2.9 97 km
Jun 11, 1994 northern Norway M2.8 110 km
Feb 20, 1992 21 km E of Mo i Rana, Norway M2.8 139 km
Sep 9, 1993 37 km N of Nesna, Norway M2.8 107 km
Mar 15, 1993 37 km WSW of Ørnes, Norway M2.8 122 km
Feb 14, 1991 23 km N of Nesna, Norway M2.7 92 km
Apr 19, 1993 25 km NW of Mo i Rana, Norway M2.7 121 km
May 1, 2005 7 km NNE of Nesna, Norway M2.7 83 km
May 31, 2005 24 km WSW of Ørnes, Norway M2.5 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.2 m (27 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2014 STATLAND Meteorological 8.2 m - 137 km
1979 NORTHERN NORWAY Meteorological 2.0 m - 65 km
1952 MID-NORWAY Meteorological 2.0 m - 91 km
1940 NORTHERN NORWAY Meteorological - - 60 km
1819 NORWAY: RANA REGION: LUROY Earthquake - - 91 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 6.4 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 4.9 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 4.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in Driest
June 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in
July 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 5.3 in
September 51°F (10°C) 6.9 in
October 44°F (7°C) 7.4 in Wettest
November 37°F (3°C) 5.9 in
December 33°F (0°C) 6.7 in

Gladstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 31°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.4") and May the driest (3.1").

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Schools in Gladstad

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vega barne- og ungdomsskole - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gladstad

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Gladstad

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eliasbrygga
Gladstad prestegård
Norsk Havbrukssenter
Risbakken gårdsmuseum
Vega Verdensarvsenter
Vegstein gamle handelssted

Libraries in Gladstad

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brønnøy bibliotek Brønnøysund0.0
Vega folkebibliotek0.0

Hotels in Gladstad

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vega Havhotell

Restaurants in Gladstad

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ravnen Pub og Spiserie
Vega Havhotell
Vega kro og motell

Cafes in Gladstad

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stavsmarken Gård
Tindbue´

Dentists in Gladstad

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vega tannklinikk

Gas Stations in Gladstad

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

YX Vega (automat)

Banks in Gladstad

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Helgeland Sparebank

Ski Resorts Near Gladstad

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kjerkåsen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Akebakke 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Gladstad

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brønnøysund Airport, BrønnøyBNNMedium Airport
Sandnessjøen Airport, StokkaSSJMedium Airport
Nord-Herøy Island Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Gladstad

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Vega post i butikk

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Gladstad

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Vegaøyan – The Vega ArchipelagoCultural2004

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gladstad

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Vega kirke

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Gladstad

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Gladstad.

Name Description
Einesforsen

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Oslo

🇳🇴 About Norway

Capital Oslo
Population 5,314,336
Area 324,220 km²
GDP (USD) $482,949,731,777
GDP per capita $87,497
HDI 0.966
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 99.0%
Urban population 83.1%
Currency NOK (Krone)
Languages Norwegian Nynorsk, Norwegian Bokmål, Sami
Calling code +47
TLD .no
Driving side right

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Gladstad

Vegaøyan – The Vega Archipelago
Cultural · inscribed 2004
A cluster of dozens of islands centred on Vega, just south of the Arctic Circle, forms a cultural landscape of 107,294 ha, of which 6,881 ha is land. The islands bear testimony to a distinctive frugal way of life based on fishing and the harvesting of the down...

Public Holidays in Norway

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Første nyttårsdag
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Skjærtorsdag
Apr 3 Good Friday Langfredag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Første påskedag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Andre påskedag
May 1 Labour Day Første mai
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi himmelfartsdag
May 17 Constitution Day Syttende mai
May 24 Pentecost Første pinsedag
May 25 Whit Monday Andre pinsedag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Første juledag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Andre juledag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gladstad

What is the population of Gladstad?

Gladstad has a population of 307 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,616 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gladstad?

Gladstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 62.0 inches, with 22.2 inches of snow.

Nearby Cities

Brønnøysund 5,113 pop · 15.7 mi Sandnessjøen 6,110 pop · 30.4 mi Mosjøen 10,109 pop · 36.6 mi Nesna 1,339 pop · 46.7 mi Kolvereid 1,832 pop · 57.0 mi Hemnesberget 1,349 pop · 60.0 mi Rørvik 3,645 pop · 60.1 mi Hauknes 2,083 pop · 72.5 mi Mo i Rana 18,739 pop · 75.4 mi Grong 1,065 pop · 84.4 mi Namsos 8,500 pop · 84.7 mi Ørnes 1,624 pop · 95.6 mi Glomfjord 1,089 pop · 96.1 mi
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