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Prestestranda, Norway
Telemark · Norway
Prestestranda is a small town in Telemark, Norway with a population of 1,215. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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About Prestestranda
Prestestranda is the administrative centre of Drangedal Municipality in Telemark county, Norway. The village is located at the northwestern end of the lake Øvre Toke, about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) to the southeast of the village of Bostrak and about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) to the northwest of the village of Henseid. Drangedal Church is located in the village.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,215 |
| Population Density | 1,992 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.0977°, 9.0587° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Telemark |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.7 inches (1,059 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.2 inches (41 cm) |
About Prestestranda
Prestestranda is a small town in Norway (Telemark) with a population of 1,215. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet (109 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,992/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.0977°N, 9.0587°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1966 | EASTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | — | 105 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | — | 138 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.0 in |
Prestestranda has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 26°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (2.2").
Schools in Prestestranda
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drangedal 10-årige skole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Prestestranda
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Prestestranda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jern- og Kanalutstilling | ||||
| Sannidal bygdetun | ||||
| Sputnik-museet | ||||
| Ulefos hovedgård |
Libraries in Prestestranda
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drangedal bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gjerstad folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Nome bibliotek, Lunde avdeling | 0.0 | |||||
| Nome bibliotek, Ulefoss | 0.0 |
Cafes in Prestestranda
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Prestestranda
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Prestestranda
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Prestestranda
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Prestestranda
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Prestestranda
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vegårshei skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gautefall skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Siljan skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vrådal Panorama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Lifjell Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Morgedal | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Storeskar skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hannibalbakken | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Flugonfjell skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Prestestranda
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Notodden Airport | NTB | Medium Airport |
| Skien Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Arendal Airfield, Gullknapp | — | Small Airport |
| Lunde Nome Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Prestestranda
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Drangedal post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Prestestranda
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Drangedal kirke | |
| Kjosen bedehus |
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What is the population of Prestestranda?
Prestestranda has a population of 1,215 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,992 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Prestestranda?
Prestestranda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow.