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Norheimsund, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Norheimsund is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 4,399. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Norheimsund
Norheimsund is the administrative centre of Kvam Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The village is located on the northern side of the Hardangerfjord, about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from the city of Bergen. The village of Øystese lies about 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) to the northeast and the village of Vikøy lies about 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) southeast of Norheimsund. The village of Steine is a suburb, immediately to the west of Norheimsund.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,399 |
| Population Density | 2,952 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.3709°, 6.1456° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 113.2 inches (2,874 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 62.6 inches (159 cm) |
About Norheimsund
Norheimsund is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 4,399. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 113.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.0°F |
| 30% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 134 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,952/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.3709°N, 6.1456°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | - | 128 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 102 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 102 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 150 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 12.2 in | |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 9.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 9.3 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | Driest |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 12.5 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 12.5 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 14.3 in | Wettest |
Norheimsund has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 26°F in February to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 113.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.3") and May the driest (4.6").
Schools in Norheimsund
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foreninga Norheimsund friskule | - | - | - | - |
| Kvam vidaregåande skule, Steinsdalen | - | - | - | - |
| Norheimsund skule | - | - | - | - |
| Framnes kristne vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Norheimsund ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Foreninga Norheimsund friskule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Norheimsund
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Norheimsund
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gjerdetunet | ||||
| Hardanger Akvasenter | ||||
| Hardanger Fartøyvernsenter | ||||
| Herand Kulturhistoriske Senter | ||||
| Ingebrigt Vik museum | ||||
| Kvam bygdemuseum, Borgstova | ||||
| Kvam bygdemuseum, Storeteigen |
Libraries in Norheimsund
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jondal bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kvam bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kvam bibliotek, Strandebarm filial | 0.0 |
Hotels in Norheimsund
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Norheimsund
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Norheimsund
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Norheimsund
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Norheimsund
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Norheimsund
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Norheimsund
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Norheimsund
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Norheimsund
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Norheimsund
14 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Røldal Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fjellhaugen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| FONNA Glacier Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bygdastølen skiskytterstadion | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Furedalen alpin | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Aktiven skiheis | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gullbotn | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Eikedalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Haugsåsen (Granvin Alpin) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tunåsen hoppanlegg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alphapark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Voss Resort Fjellheisar | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Myrkdalen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stordalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Norheimsund
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bømoen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Os Vaksinen Ulven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Norheimsund
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Norheimsund post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Norheimsund
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Norheimsund kyrkje | |
| Vikøy kyrkje |
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What is the population of Norheimsund?
Norheimsund has a population of 4,399 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,952 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Norheimsund?
Norheimsund has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 134 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 113.2 inches, with 62.6 inches of snow.