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Lakselv, Norway
Finnmark · Norway
Lakselv is a small town in Finnmark, Norway with a population of 2,283. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 32°F (0°C).
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About Lakselv
Lakselv Airport is an international airport located at Banak, 1.5 kilometers north of the village of Lakselv in Porsanger Municipality in Finnmark county, Norway. Co-located with the military Station Group Banak, the airport is owned and operated by the state-owned Avinor. The airport is also branded as North Cape Airport, although the North Cape is 190 km (120 mi) away, and the nearest airport is Honningsvåg Airport, Valan.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,283 |
| Population Density | 2,537 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 70.0513°, 24.9718° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Finnmark |
| Average Temperature | 32°F (0°C) |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.8 inches (504 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.1 inches (26 cm) |
About Lakselv
Lakselv is a small town in Norway (Finnmark) with a population of 2,283. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 32°F (0°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 32.0°F |
| 41% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,537/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 70.0513°N, 24.9718°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 38°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 32°F (0°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 22°F (-5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in |
Lakselv has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 14°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.3") and March the driest (1.1").
Schools in Lakselv
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakselv videregående skole | — | — | — | — |
| Lakselv ungdomsskole | — | — | — | — |
| Lakselv barneskole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lakselv
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Lakselv
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsanggu girjerájus - Porsanger bibliotek - Porsangin biblioteekki | 0.0 |
Hotels in Lakselv
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lakselv
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lakselv
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Lakselv
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Lakselv
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lakselv
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lakselv
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lakselv
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Lakselv
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Lakselv
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lakselv
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lakselv
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lakselv Airport, Banak | LKL | Medium Airport |
| Gairasmoen Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maggi Beach Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ravnastua Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lakselv
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lakselv post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lakselv
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Lakselv kirke | |
| Lakselv misjonshus | |
| Zion bedehus |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Lakselv?
Lakselv has a population of 2,283 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,537 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lakselv?
Lakselv has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches, with 10.1 inches of snow.