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Nærbø, Norway
Rogaland · Norway
Nærbø is a small city in Rogaland, Norway with a population of 7,269. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nærbø
Nærbø is a former municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. The 65.1-square-kilometre (25.1 sq mi) municipality existed from 1894 until its dissolution in 1964. The area is now part of Hå Municipality in the traditional district of Jæren. The administrative centre was the village of Nærbø. Other villages in the municipality included Obrestad and Nærland.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,269 |
| Population Density | 5,724 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.6655°, 5.6379° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Rogaland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.4 inches (1,281 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.1 inches (21 cm) |
About Nærbø
Nærbø is a small city in Norway (Rogaland) with a population of 7,269. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,724/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.6655°N, 5.6379°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 | - | 72 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 72 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 31 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 5.2 in |
Nærbø has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 34°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.6") and May the driest (2.3").
Schools in Nærbø
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tryggheim ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Tryggheim vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Nærbø ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Motland skule | - | - | - | - |
| Bø skule | - | - | - | - |
| Hå opplæringssenter, grunnskole | - | - | - | - |
| Tryggheim skular | - | - | - | - |
| Høyland skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nærbø
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Rogaland | - | AAC+ 158 kbps |
Museums in Nærbø
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andreas Bøe-samlinga | ||||
| Bryne Mølle | ||||
| Flyhistorisk museum Sola | ||||
| Fogdahuset | ||||
| Fotland bygdemølle | ||||
| Fotland kraftstasjon | ||||
| Friluftshuset Orre | ||||
| Garborgheimen | ||||
| Garborgsenteret | ||||
| Grødaland | ||||
| Hå gamle prestegard | ||||
| Jærmuseet / Vitengarden | ||||
| Klepp bygdemuseum | ||||
| Knudaheio | ||||
| Kristinahuset | ||||
| Krossens Havremølle | ||||
| Kvernhusanlegg Fuglestad | ||||
| Revtangen ornitologiske stasjon | ||||
| Speidermuseet | ||||
| Time bygdemuseum | ||||
| TS Museet | ||||
| Varden sjøredningsmuseum | ||||
| Visitor Centre Wetland, Jæren | ||||
| Visitor Centre Wetland, Jæren | ||||
| Vitenfabrikken |
Libraries in Nærbø
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gjesdal folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hå folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hå folkebibliotek, avd. Ogna | 0.0 | |||||
| Hå folkebibliotek, Varhaug avdeling | 0.0 | |||||
| Klepp bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandnes bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sola bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Time bibliotek (Jærbiblioteka) | 0.0 |
Cafes in Nærbø
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Nærbø
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Nærbø
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Nærbø
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nærbø
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nærbø
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nærbø
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nærbø
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RYGR Brygghus |
Stadiums & Teams in Nærbø
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nærbø
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Stavanger Airport, Sola | SVG | Large Airport |
| Haugesund Airport, Karmøy | HAU | Medium Airport |
| Jæren Mikroflyklubb Field | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nærbø
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nærbø post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nærbø
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Betel Nærbø | |
| Nærbø bedehus | |
| Nærbø gamle kyrkje | |
| Nærbø kyrkje |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Nærbø
What is the population of Nærbø?
Nærbø has a population of 7,269 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 5,724 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nærbø?
Nærbø has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow.