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Gol, Norway
Buskerud · Norway
Gol is a small town in Buskerud, Norway with a population of 2,530. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gol
Gol is a municipality in Buskerud county, Norway. It is part of the traditional region of Hallingdal. The administrative center of the municipality is the village of Gol which is also the main population center.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,530 |
| Population Density | 1,977 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.7014°, 8.9457° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Buskerud |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.1 inches (611 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.2 inches (28 cm) |
About Gol
Gol is a small town in Norway (Buskerud) with a population of 2,530. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Gol
Gol has an average annual temperature of 4.6°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 537 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.1°F |
| 37% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,977/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.7014°N, 8.9457°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 89 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 35°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in |
Gol has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 16°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Gol
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gol vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Ung Invest AIB, Hallingdal | - | - | - | - |
| Gol folkehøgskule | - | - | - | - |
| Gol skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gol
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gol
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gol bygdemuseum | ||||
| Hallingdal folkemuseum |
Libraries in Gol
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gol bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Nes folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Nesbyen bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Gol
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gol
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gol
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Gol
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gol
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Gol
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gol
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gol
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gol
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gol
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Gol
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gol
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Gol
13 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norefjell | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Uvdal alpinsenter (Senteret) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Turufjell Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nesfjellet Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ål skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skarslia Ski- og Akesenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skagahøgdi skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stavadalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hemsedal skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Brattstølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Valdres Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alpinsenteret i Raudalen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Beitostølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Gol
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fagernes Airport, Leirin | - | Small Airport |
| Geilo Airport Dagali | - | Small Airport |
| Gol Airport | GLL | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gol
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gol post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gol
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gol kyrkje | |
| Herad kyrkje | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Explore Near Gol
Quick Facts
🇳🇴 About Norway
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gol
What is the population of Gol?
Gol has a population of 2,530 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,977 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gol?
Gol has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches, with 11.2 inches of snow.