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Hammerfest, Norway
Finnmark · Norway
Hammerfest is a small city in Finnmark, Norway with a population of 11,448. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 32°F (-0°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 11,448 |
| Population Density | 10,407 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Coordinates | 70.6631°, 23.6809° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Finnmark |
| Average Temperature | 32°F (-0°C) |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.7 inches (729 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 20.0 inches (51 cm) |
About Hammerfest
Hammerfest is a small city in Norway (Finnmark) with a population of 11,448. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 32°F (-0°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Hammerfest
Hammerfest has an average annual temperature of 1.7°C (35°F). The hottest month is Jul (11.9°C), the coldest is Feb (-5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1042 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 31.7°F |
| 41% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,407/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 70.6631°N, 23.6809°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1959 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | 9 | 140 km |
| 2015 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 35°F (2°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 32°F (0°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.1 in |
Hammerfest has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 18°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and May the driest (1.8").
Colleges & Universities in Hammerfest
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norges Arktiske Universitet | University | - | , |
Schools in Hammerfest
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissenskogen barnehage | - | - | - | - |
| Baksalen skole | - | - | - | - |
| Fuglenes skole | - | - | - | - |
| Reindalen skole | - | - | - | - |
| Båthuset skole | - | - | - | - |
| Radioen barnehage | - | - | - | - |
| Håja barnehage | - | - | - | - |
| Forsøl skole | - | - | - | - |
| Breilia skole | - | - | - | - |
| Elvetun barnehage | - | - | - | - |
| Hammerfest voksenopplæringssenter | - | - | - | - |
| Hammerfest videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hammerfest
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| North & Beyond | hip hop, house | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Hammerfest
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuglensodden Friluftsmuseum | ||||
| Museum of Reconstruction | ||||
| The Polar Bear Society |
Libraries in Hammerfest
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammerfest bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Hammerfest
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hammerfest
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hammerfest
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Hammerfest
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Hammerfest
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Hammerfest
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Hammerfest
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Hammerfest
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hammerfest
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hammerfest
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Hammerfest
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Hammerfest
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Hammerfest
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olavsbakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alta Idrettsforening hoppbakker K75, K60, K42, K25, K10 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Akebakken i Komsa | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hammerfest
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Airport | ALF | Medium Airport |
| Hammerfest Airport | HFT | Medium Airport |
| Veslemoen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hammerfest
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fuglenes post i butikk | |
| Hammerfest post i butikk |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Hammerfest
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| The Struve Geodetic Arc - Hammerfest |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hammerfest
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Betania Hammerfest | |
| Hammerfest kirke | |
| Hauen gravkapell | |
| Metodistkirken i Hammerefest |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Hammerfest
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Hammerfest
What is the population of Hammerfest?
Hammerfest has a population of 11,448 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 10,407 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hammerfest?
Hammerfest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches, with 20.0 inches of snow.