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Luster, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Luster is a small city in Vestland, Norway with a population of 5,302. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Luster
Luster is a municipality in Vestland county, Norway. It is located at the end of the Sognefjorden in the traditional district of Sogn. The administrative centre is the village of Gaupne. Other villages in Luster include Fortun, Hafslo, Indre Hafslo, Jostedal, Luster, Nes, Ornes, Skjolden, Solvorn, and Veitastrond.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,302 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.4432°, 7.4599° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.7 inches (1,186 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 25.8 inches (66 cm) |
About Luster
Luster is a small city in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 5,302. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.9°F |
| 34% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1,519.6 sq mi (3,935.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.4432°N, 7.4599°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 74.0 m (243 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 74.0 m | - | 54 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 57 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 92 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 57 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 54 km |
| 1756 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 38.0 m | 32 | 149 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 27 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 121 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 51 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | - | 94 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 73 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 17 | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 5.2 in | |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
Luster has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 23°F in February to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.8") and May the driest (1.7").
Schools in Luster
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skjolden oppvekstsenter | - | - | - | - |
| Luster oppvekstsenter | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Luster
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Luster
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N.H.Lerums Saftfabrik |
Libraries in Luster
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luster bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Luster
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Luster
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Luster
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Luster
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Luster
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sogndal skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sogn skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Luster
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sogndal Airport, Haukåsen | SOG | Small Airport |
| Stryn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Luster
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Luster post i butikk | |
| Skjolden post i butikk |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Luster
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Urnes Stave Church |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Luster
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dale kyrkje |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Luster
What is the population of Luster?
Luster has a population of 5,302 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,519.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Luster?
Luster has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches, with 25.8 inches of snow.