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Leknes, Norway

Nordland · Norway

Leknes is a small town in Nordland, Norway with a population of 3,556. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,556 Population 3,556/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
72.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population3,556
Density3,556/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain72.9 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population3,556
Population Density3,556 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates68.1475°, 13.6115°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceNordland
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation72.9 inches (1,851 mm)
Annual Snowfall30.6 inches (78 cm)

About Leknes

Leknes is a small town in Norway (Nordland) with a population of 3,556. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Leknes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 30.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below Norway avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density3,556/sq mi
Coordinates68.1475°N, 13.6115°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.9"
92% above Norway avg
Snowfall 30.6"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.29"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 24, 2010.

Jan 4, 1992 41 km NW of Straumen, Norway M4.8 82 km
Dec 20, 1997 58 km W of Sørland, Norway M4.7 115 km
Jan 4, 1992 40 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M4.6 83 km
Jan 10, 1992 42 km NNE of Løding, Norway M4.6 76 km
Jul 19, 2006 103 km WNW of Sørland, Norway M4.1 139 km
Sep 24, 2010 5 km SE of Evjen, Norway M4.0 12 km
Dec 16, 1991 98 km W of Sørland, Norway M3.7 138 km
Nov 7, 1991 83 km WNW of Reine, Norway M3.7 95 km
Jan 1, 1992 40 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.6 81 km
May 18, 1992 3 km NW of Glomfjord, Norway M3.5 146 km
May 20, 1990 104 km NW of Sørland, Norway M3.5 121 km
Feb 18, 1993 8 km SE of Leknes, Norway M3.4 8 km
Apr 11, 2008 52 km SSE of Kabelvåg, Norway M3.4 74 km
Jan 22, 1992 38 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.3 81 km
Jul 2, 1994 32 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M3.3 92 km
Oct 16, 1992 31 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.3 87 km
Aug 14, 1992 88 km NW of Reine, Norway M3.3 94 km
Jan 25, 1992 41 km N of Løding, Norway M3.3 77 km
Jan 4, 1992 39 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M3.2 83 km
Jun 27, 1992 15 km WSW of Ørnes, Norway M3.2 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 8.4 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 7.2 in Coldest
March 32°F (-0°C) 5.9 in
April 37°F (3°C) 4.3 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
September 48°F (9°C) 6.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 9.3 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 7.9 in
December 34°F (1°C) 9.2 in

Leknes has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 31°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.3") and June the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Leknes

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vest-Lofoten videregående skole
Leknes skole
Opdøl montessoriskole Barne og ungdomsskole
Fygle skole
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Radio Stations near Leknes

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Leknes

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ballstad Væreiermuseum
Fygle museum
Lofotr Viking Museum
Lofotr Viking Museum
Skaftnes gård

Libraries in Leknes

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Meieriet bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Leknes

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hagstua
Scandic Leknes Lofoten
Scandic Leknes Lofoten

Restaurants in Leknes

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

China house
Jordbærpikene
Makalaus
Milano
Sakura Lofoten

Cafes in Leknes

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haukland Beach Café
Huset
Kraftstasjonen
Kringla Lofotsenter

Cinemas in Leknes

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meieriet Kino

Monuments in Leknes

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circular stone grave

Dentists in Leknes

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Leknes tannklinikk
Tadri Leknes
Tannlege Elisabeth Albert
Vestvågøy Tannklinikk

Gas Stations in Leknes

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Circle K Leknes
Esso Leknes
Esso Leknes
Esso Leknes
NO #658606746
Uno-X Leknes
Uno-X Leknes

Banks in Leknes

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sparebank 1 Nord-Norge Leknes
Sparebank 68 Grader Nord Leknes

Shopping Malls in Leknes

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lofotensenteret
Lofotsenteret

Ski Resorts Near Leknes

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Svartdalen 0.0 $0

Airports Near Leknes

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Leknes AirportLKNMedium Airport

Post Offices in Leknes

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Leknes post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Leknes

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Adventkirken i Lofoten
Betel Lofoten
Hol kirke

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Oslo

🇳🇴 About Norway

Capital Oslo
Population 5,314,336
Area 324,220 km²
GDP (USD) $482,949,731,777
GDP per capita $87,497
HDI 0.966
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 99.0%
Urban population 83.1%
Currency NOK (Krone)
Languages Norwegian Nynorsk, Norwegian Bokmål, Sami
Calling code +47
TLD .no
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Norway

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Første nyttårsdag
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Skjærtorsdag
Apr 3 Good Friday Langfredag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Første påskedag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Andre påskedag
May 1 Labour Day Første mai
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi himmelfartsdag
May 17 Constitution Day Syttende mai
May 24 Pentecost Første pinsedag
May 25 Whit Monday Andre pinsedag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Første juledag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Andre juledag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leknes

What is the population of Leknes?

Leknes has a population of 3,556 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,556 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Leknes?

Leknes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.9 inches, with 30.6 inches of snow.

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