Leira, Norway
Innlandet · Norway
Leira is a small town in Innlandet, Norway with a population of 944. Elevation: 1,378 ft (420 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°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 | 944 |
| Population Density | 2,302 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,378 ft (420 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.9701°, 9.2949° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Innlandet |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.0 inches (636 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.4 inches (29 cm) |
About Leira
Leira is a small town in Norway (Innlandet) with a population of 944. The city sits at an elevation of 1,378 feet (420 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.1°F |
| 37% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,378 ft (420 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,302/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.9701°N, 9.2949°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 90 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 19°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in |
Leira has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 17°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Leira
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valdres folkehøgskule | - | - | - | - |
| Valdres vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Leira
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Leira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stavkirkemuseum | ||||
| Valdres folkemuseum |
Libraries in Leira
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nord-Aurdal folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Øystre Slidre folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Leira
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Leira
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Leira
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Leira
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Leira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Små Vesen |
Ski Resorts Near Leira
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turufjell Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nesfjellet Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skagahøgdi skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stavadalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Brattstølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Valdres Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gamlestølen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alpinsenteret i Raudalen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Beitostølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gålå Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fefor Høifjellshotell Skibakke & Løyper | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Leira
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dokka Thomlevold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fagernes Airport, Leirin | - | Small Airport |
| Gol Airport | GLL | Small Airport |
| Wadahl | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Leira
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Leira post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Leira
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Leira
What is the population of Leira?
Leira has a population of 944 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,302 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Leira?
Leira has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 11.4 inches of snow.
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