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Leirvik, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Leirvik is a small city in Vestland, Norway with a population of 14,126. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 14,126 |
| Population Density | 3,737 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.7798°, 5.5005° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 95.4 inches (2,423 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.2 inches (18 cm) |
About Leirvik
Leirvik is a small city in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 14,126. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 95.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Leirvik
Leirvik has an average annual temperature of 6.6°C (44°F). The hottest month is Aug (14°C), the coldest is Jan (0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2437 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 163 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,737/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.7798°N, 5.5005°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 104 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 104 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 9.3 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 7.6 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 7.5 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 10.6 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 11.2 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 10.9 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
Leirvik has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 35°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 95.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.9") and May the driest (4.2").
Colleges & Universities in Leirvik
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitjar Vidaregåande Skule | College | - | , |
| Høgskulen på Vestlandet Campus Stord | University | - | , |
Schools in Leirvik
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stord vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Langeland skule | - | - | - | - |
| Stord kommune Vaksenopplæringa | - | - | - | - |
| Stord kristne skule | - | - | - | - |
| Leirvik skule | - | - | - | - |
| Nordbygdo ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Rommetveit skule | - | - | - | - |
| Stord ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Stord vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Hystad skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Leirvik
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet MP3) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio102 | local, local music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Northern Star | classic rock, norway | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet AAC) | - | AAC+ 159 kbps | |
| Radio Kos | - | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Leirvik
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aker Stord industrimuseum | ||||
| Årskog museum | ||||
| Eldhuset | ||||
| Futastova | ||||
| Gruvemuseet på Litlabø | ||||
| Halsnøy kloster | ||||
| Hatlandsløo | ||||
| Klovastovo | ||||
| Krambua | ||||
| Landa Stabburet | ||||
| Møllebua | ||||
| Seløystova | ||||
| Skulestova | ||||
| Smio | ||||
| Stolmastovo | ||||
| Stord maritime museum | ||||
| Sunnhordland museum | ||||
| Sunnhordlandstunet |
Libraries in Leirvik
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitjar folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stord folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stord folkebibliotek, Litlabø filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Sveio folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Leirvik
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Leirvik
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Leirvik
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Leirvik
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Leirvik
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Leirvik
2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Leirvik
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Leirvik
8 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Leirvik
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Leirvik
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Leirvik
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Leirvik
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Leirvik
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Leirvik
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Leirvik
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Leirvik
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| En Liten Øl AS |
Stadiums & Teams in Leirvik
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Leirvik
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fjellhaugen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bygdastølen skiskytterstadion | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Furedalen alpin | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Aktiven skiheis | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gullbotn | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Eikedalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Leirvik
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bergen Airport, Flesland | BGO | Large Airport |
| Haugesund Airport, Karmøy | HAU | Medium Airport |
| Stord Airport, Sørstokken | SRP | Medium Airport |
| Os Vaksinen Ulven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Leirvik
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Haga post i butikk | |
| Spar Ådland Post i Butikk | |
| Stord post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Leirvik
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 8 Rikets Sal | |
| Huglo kapell | |
| Leirvik bedehus | |
| Stord kyrkje |
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What is the population of Leirvik?
Leirvik has a population of 14,126 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,737 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Leirvik?
Leirvik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.4 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.