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Gvarv, Norway

Telemark · Norway

Gvarv is a small town in Telemark, Norway with a population of 871. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

871 Population 1,613/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
34.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population871
Density1,613/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population871
Population Density1,613 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates59.3877°, 9.1724°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceTelemark
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation34.5 inches (875 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.6 inches (32 cm)

About Gvarv

Gvarv is a small town in Norway (Telemark) with a population of 871. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Gvarv has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. The area receives 12.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below Norway avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,613/sq mi
Coordinates59.3877°N, 9.1724°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.5"
9% below Norway avg
Snowfall 12.6"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.9 on May 25, 2008.

Feb 19, 1992 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway M3.8 107 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 140 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 133 km
Jun 29, 2004 17 km E of Hovden, Norway M3.1 87 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 118 km
May 25, 2008 4 km WSW of Åneby, Norway M2.9 119 km
Aug 28, 1992 24 km NE of Sauda, Norway M2.7 148 km
Aug 22, 1994 21 km S of Reinsvoll, Norway M2.7 147 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 72 km
Nov 19, 1994 7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 139 km
Nov 21, 1994 6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 141 km
Aug 1, 1994 30 km N of Noresund, Norway M2.7 121 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 71 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 133 km
Dec 12, 1994 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway M2.6 115 km
Jan 29, 2005 7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway M2.6 54 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 119 km
Oct 3, 1993 43 km E of Odda, Norway M2.5 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1966 EASTERN NORWAY Meteorological 6.0 m - 86 km
2011 LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 1.5 m - 149 km
2011 LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological - - 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 2.3 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 42°F (6°C) 4.1 in Wettest
November 33°F (0°C) 3.7 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in

Gvarv has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Gvarv

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sagavoll - - - -
Sauar friskole - - - -
Gvarv skole - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gvarv

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Gvarv

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bø museum
Bok & Blueshuset
Evju bygdetun
Heddal Bygdetun
Jern- og Kanalutstilling
Telemark Art Museum - World Heritage Centre
Ulefos hovedgård

Libraries in Gvarv

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bø bibliotek0.0
Hjartdal folkebibliotek0.0
Nome bibliotek, Lunde avdeling0.0
Nome bibliotek, Ulefoss0.0
Notodden bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Gvarv

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Norsjø hotell

Cafes in Gvarv

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aarnes kafeteria

Train Stations in Gvarv

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nordagutu

Gas Stations in Gvarv

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K Automat Akkerhaugen
Tanken Brenna
YX Gvarv (automat)

Breweries in Gvarv

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Lindheim Ølkompani

Ski Resorts Near Gvarv

10 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Vegårshei skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gautefall skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Siljan skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Lifjell Skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Storeskar skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hannibalbakken 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Flugonfjell skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fagerfjell skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fagerfjell Skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gausta skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Gvarv

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Notodden AirportNTBMedium Airport
Skien Airport-Medium Airport
Hokksund Airfield-Small Airport
Lunde Nome Airfield-Small Airport
Skitnerød flyplass-Small Airport

Post Offices in Gvarv

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gvarv post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gvarv

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Nes kyrkje
Sauherad kirke
Sauherad Syvendedags Adventistkirke

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Waterfalls
4
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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

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 Gvarv

What is the population of Gvarv?

Gvarv has a population of 871 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,613 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gvarv?

Gvarv has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow.

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