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Prestfoss, Norway
Buskerud · Norway
Prestfoss is a small town in Buskerud, Norway with a population of 465. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 465 |
| Population Density | 1,722 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.0434°, 9.6352° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Buskerud |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.0 inches (787 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.2 inches (26 cm) |
About Prestfoss
Prestfoss is a small town in Norway (Buskerud) with a population of 465. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet (120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.7°F |
| 28% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,722/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.0434°N, 9.6352°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | - | 74 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.8 in |
Prestfoss has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 20°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Prestfoss
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigdal ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Prestfoss skole | - | - | - | - |
| Nerstad skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Prestfoss
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Prestfoss
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eventyrmuseet Villa Fridheim | ||||
| Folkemusikksenteret i Buskerud | ||||
| Krøderbanen | ||||
| Lauvlia | ||||
| Sigdal museum |
Libraries in Prestfoss
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flesberg bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Krødsherad bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Midt-Buskerud bibliotek Prestfoss | 0.0 | |||||
| Øvre Eiker bibliotek, Skotselv filial | 0.0 |
Dentists in Prestfoss
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Prestfoss
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Prestfoss
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Prestfoss
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Prestfoss
16 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifjell Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Breimyrbakkene | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Høgås alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Storeskar skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Montebello ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hannibalbakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stillerud akebakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gjerpenkollen hoppbakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Løvaasjordet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fagerfjell skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fagerfjell Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Modum skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Norefjell | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ringerudsetra skitrekk | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Turufjell Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nesfjellet Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Prestfoss
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Notodden Airport | NTB | Medium Airport |
| Askestad Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gol Airport | GLL | Small Airport |
| Hokksund Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hønefoss Airfield, Eggemoen | - | Small Airport |
| Husodden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jarlsberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lier Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lunde Nome Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ruteig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Prestfoss
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Prestfoss post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Prestfoss
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holmen kirke | |
| Vatnås kirke |
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What is the population of Prestfoss?
Prestfoss has a population of 465 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,722 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Prestfoss?
Prestfoss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 10.2 inches of snow.