Kaupanger, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Kaupanger is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 1,167. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,167 |
| Population Density | 3,647 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.1845°, 7.2425° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.2 inches (1,147 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.1 inches (59 cm) |
About Kaupanger
Kaupanger is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 1,167. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet (240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.1°F |
| 28% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,647/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.1845°N, 7.2425°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 74.0 m (243 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 74.0 m | - | 76 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 79 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 121 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 79 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 76 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 26 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 106 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 37 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | - | 117 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 100 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 17 | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
Kaupanger has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 27°F in February to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and May the driest (1.7").
Schools in Kaupanger
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaupanger skule | - | - | - | - |
| Sogndal vidaregåande skule avd. Kaupanger | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kaupanger
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kaupanger
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Heibergske Samlinger | ||||
| Gjestheim | ||||
| Lærdal post- og telemuseum | ||||
| Sogn Fjordmuseum |
Libraries in Kaupanger
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luster bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sogndal bibliotek | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Kaupanger
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kaupanger
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kaupanger
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kaupanger
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kaupanger
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haugsåsen (Granvin Alpin) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Finse Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sogndal skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sogn skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kaupanger
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bømoen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sogndal Airport, Haukåsen | SOG | Small Airport |
| Stryn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kaupanger
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kaupanger post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kaupanger
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kaupanger stavkyrkje |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
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What is the population of Kaupanger?
Kaupanger has a population of 1,167 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,647 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kaupanger?
Kaupanger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches, with 23.1 inches of snow.
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