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Nesbyen, Norway
Buskerud · Norway
Nesbyen is a small town in Buskerud, Norway with a population of 2,086. Elevation: 505 ft (154 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nesbyen
Nesbyen is a town and the administrative center in Nesbyen municipality in the county of Buskerud, Norway. It is located in the traditional district of Hallingdal.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,086 |
| Population Density | 2,045 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.5681°, 9.1027° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Buskerud |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.6 inches (600 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.3 inches (21 cm) |
About Nesbyen
Nesbyen is a small town in Norway (Buskerud) with a population of 2,086. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet (154 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Nesbyen
Nesbyen has an average annual temperature of 4.6°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 537 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.4°F |
| 34% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,045/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.5681°N, 9.1027°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 105 km |
| 1966 | EASTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-8°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.4 in |
Nesbyen has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 17°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in Nesbyen
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nesbyen ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Nesbyen barneskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nesbyen
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nesbyen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gol bygdemuseum | ||||
| Hallingdal folkemuseum |
Libraries in Nesbyen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gol bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Nes folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Nesbyen bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Nesbyen
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nesbyen
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Nesbyen
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Nesbyen
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Nesbyen
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nesbyen
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nesbyen
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Nesbyen
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Nesbyen
14 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gausta skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Norefjell | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Uvdal alpinsenter (Senteret) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Turufjell Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nesfjellet Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ål skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Skagahøgdi skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stavadalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hemsedal skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Brattstølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Valdres Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gamlestølen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alpinsenteret i Raudalen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Beitostølen Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Nesbyen
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fagernes Airport, Leirin | - | Small Airport |
| Geilo Airport Dagali | - | Small Airport |
| Gol Airport | GLL | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nesbyen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nesbyen kjøpesenter post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nesbyen
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nes kirke |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Nesbyen
What is the population of Nesbyen?
Nesbyen has a population of 2,086 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,045 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nesbyen?
Nesbyen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.6 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.