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Harstad, Norway
Troms · Norway
Harstad is a small city in Troms, Norway with a population of 20,953. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 20,953 |
| Population Density | 4,806 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 68.7983°, 16.5417° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Troms |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.5 inches (1,283 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 26.8 inches (68 cm) |
About Harstad
Harstad is a small city in Norway (Troms) with a population of 20,953. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Harstad
Harstad has an average annual temperature of 4°C (39°F). The hottest month is Jul (12.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1303 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.5°F |
| 29% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,806/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 68.7983°N, 16.5417°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 5.5 in |
Harstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 26°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (2.6").
Schools in Harstad
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hagebyen skole | - | - | - | - |
| Harstad skole, 1 - 7 skole | - | - | - | - |
| Øyriket oppvekstsenter | - | - | - | - |
| Kila skole | - | - | - | - |
| Medkila skole | - | - | - | - |
| Bergseng skole | - | - | - | - |
| Kanebogen skole | - | - | - | - |
| Seljestad barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Heggen videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Stanges Rå videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Heggen barnehager, avd. Sletta | - | - | - | - |
| Nordhusan barnehager, avd. Barnely | - | - | - | - |
| Heggen barnehager, avd. Utsikten | - | - | - | - |
| Stangnes Rå videregående skole, Stangnes | - | - | - | - |
| Harstad montessoriskole | - | - | - | - |
| Seljestad ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Stangnes skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Harstad
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Harstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adolfkanon | ||||
| Grytøy bygdetun | ||||
| Sandtorg bygdetun | ||||
| Skonnerten Anna Rogde | ||||
| Steinsland klyngetun | ||||
| Trondenes historiske senter | ||||
| Várdobáiki muséum |
Libraries in Harstad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harstad bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Skånland folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Harstad
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Harstad
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Harstad
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Harstad
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Harstad
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Harstad
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Harstad
7 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Harstad
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Harstad
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Harstad
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Harstad
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Harstad
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Harstad
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Harstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harstad Bryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Harstad
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kveldteigen hoppanlegg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sollifjellet alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Harstad
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Harstad/Narvik Airport | EVE | Large Airport |
| Andøya Airport, Andenes | ANX | Medium Airport |
| Åsegardmoen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ballangen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Harstad
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bergseng post i butikk | |
| Breivika post i butikk | |
| Harstad sentrum post i butikk | |
| Kanebogen post i butikk | |
| Seljestad post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Harstad
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Adventkirken i Harstad | |
| Elim Kasfjord | |
| Harstad baptistmenighet | |
| Harstad kirke | |
| Kanebogen kirke | |
| Kanebogen kirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Lundenes kirke | |
| St.Sunniva kirke | |
| Trondenes Church |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Harstad
What is the population of Harstad?
Harstad has a population of 20,953 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,806 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Harstad?
Harstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 26.8 inches of snow.