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Kirkenes, Norway
Finnmark · Norway
Kirkenes is a small town in Finnmark, Norway with a population of 3,529. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 33°F (0°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 3,529 |
| Population Density | 4,252 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 69.7271°, 30.0458° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Finnmark |
| Average Temperature | 33°F (0°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.0 inches (509 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.9 inches (25 cm) |
About Kirkenes
Kirkenes is a small town in Norway (Finnmark) with a population of 3,529. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 33°F (0°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 32.5°F |
| 40% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,252/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 69.7271°N, 30.0458°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-10°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| May | 38°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.4 in |
Kirkenes has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 15°F in January to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and April the driest (1.0").
Schools in Kirkenes
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkenes skole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kirkenes
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kirkenes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andersgrotta | ||||
| Namdalen gård | ||||
| Saviomusea / Saviomuseet | ||||
| Sør-Varanger museum | ||||
| Strand skoleinternat |
Libraries in Kirkenes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sør-Varanger bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kirkenes
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kirkenes
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kirkenes
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kirkenes
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kirkenes
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kirkenes
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kirkenes
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kirkenes
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kirkenes
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kirkenes
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kirkenes
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kirkenes
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen | KKN | Medium Airport |
| Vadsø Airport | VDS | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Kirkenes
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kirkenes post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kirkenes
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Den russiske ortodokse menigheten i Kirkenes | |
| Kirkenes kirke |
Quick Facts
🇳🇴 About Norway
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kirkenes?
Kirkenes has a population of 3,529 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,252 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kirkenes?
Kirkenes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches, with 9.9 inches of snow.