Miðvágur, Faroe Islands
Vágar · Faroe Islands
Miðvágur is a small town in Vágar, Faroe Islands with a population of 1,130. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°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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About Miðvágur
Miðvágur, is a village in the Faroe Islands on Vágar. It has been a municipality until 1 January 2009 when it fused with Sandavágur into Vága kommuna.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,130 |
| Population Density | 56 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.0511°, -7.1939° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Faroe |
| Country | 🇫🇴 Faroe Islands |
| State / Province | Vágar |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 106.1 inches (2,695 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Miðvágur
Miðvágur is a small town in Faroe Islands (Vágar) with a population of 1,130. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.1 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Faroe.
Climate in Miðvágur
Miðvágur has an average annual temperature of 6.9°C (44°F). The hottest month is Aug (11.2°C), the coldest is Feb (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1403 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.5°F |
| 19% below Faroe Islands avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Area | 20.1 sq mi (52.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.0511°N, 7.1939°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Faroe |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 11.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 9.3 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 10.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 7.5 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 10.0 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 12.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 11.5 in |
Miðvágur has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 37°F in January to 52°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 106.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.2") and June the driest (4.7").
Radio Stations near Miðvágur
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FM1 88,7 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rás 2 | faroe islands, rás 2 | MP3 | |
| KVF2 | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Miðvágur
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dúvugarðar | ||||
| Former Whaling Station | ||||
| Kálvalíð | ||||
| Látrið | ||||
| The SagaMuseum | ||||
| Vestmanna Bygdarsavn |
Libraries in Miðvágur
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hvalvíkar Bókasavn | 0.0 | |||||
| Vestmanna Bókasavn | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Miðvágur
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Miðvágur
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Miðvágur
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Miðvágur
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krambúðin |
Airports Near Miðvágur
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vágar Airport | FAE | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Miðvágur
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Miðvágs kirkja |
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Waterfalls Near Miðvágur
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Miðvágur.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bøsdalafossur | Height: 30 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Faroe Islands
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What is the population of Miðvágur?
Miðvágur has a population of 1,130 residents and is located in Faroe Islands. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 20.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Miðvágur?
Miðvágur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 106.1 inches.
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