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Rognan, Norway

Nordland · Norway

Rognan is a small town in Nordland, Norway with a population of 2,584. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

2,584 Population 1,477/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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About Rognan

Rognan

Rognan is a village and the administrative centre of Saltdal Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. The village is located at the head of the Saltdal Fjord. It is located about 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) north of the village of Røkland.

People

Population2,584
Density1,477/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population2,584
Population Density1,477 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates67.1002°, 15.3909°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceNordland
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.3 inches (49 cm)

About Rognan

Rognan is a small town in Norway (Nordland) with a population of 2,584. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Rognan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. The area receives 19.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average34.7°F
36% below Norway avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density1,477/sq mi
Coordinates67.1002°N, 15.3909°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.8"
2% above Norway avg
Snowfall 19.3"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.76"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

63 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 24, 2010.

Jan 4, 1992 41 km NW of Straumen, Norway M4.8 63 km
Jan 10, 1992 42 km NNE of Løding, Norway M4.6 67 km
Jan 4, 1992 40 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M4.6 63 km
Sep 24, 2010 5 km SE of Evjen, Norway M4.0 142 km
Mar 31, 2001 24 km NNW of Hemnesberget, Norway M3.8 119 km
Aug 3, 1992 24 km NNE of Nesna, Norway M3.6 122 km
Jan 1, 1992 40 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.6 63 km
May 18, 1992 3 km NW of Glomfjord, Norway M3.5 72 km
Apr 11, 2008 52 km SSE of Kabelvåg, Norway M3.4 81 km
Feb 18, 1993 8 km SE of Leknes, Norway M3.4 131 km
Jan 22, 1992 38 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.3 62 km
Oct 16, 1992 31 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.3 55 km
Jun 24, 2005 31 km NNW of Hemnesberget, Norway M3.3 111 km
Jan 25, 1992 41 km N of Løding, Norway M3.3 66 km
Sep 17, 1992 northern Norway M3.3 78 km
Jul 2, 1994 32 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M3.3 56 km
Jun 27, 1992 15 km WSW of Ørnes, Norway M3.2 93 km
Jan 4, 1992 39 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M3.2 62 km
Apr 18, 1990 19 km NE of Mo i Rana, Norway M3.1 85 km
Jun 12, 1992 39 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.1 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1819 NORWAY: RANA REGION: LUROY Earthquake 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 3.4 in
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.5 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
June 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
July 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
September 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in
October 36°F (2°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 26°F (-3°C) 3.6 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 4.0 in

Rognan has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 19°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Rognan

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rognan ungdomsskole
Rognan barneskole
Saltdal videregående skole
Fredheim folkehøgskole
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Radio Stations near Rognan

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Rognan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Blodveimuseet
Fauske bygdetun
Saltdal bygdetun

Libraries in Rognan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fauske bibliotek0.0
Fauske bibliotek, avd. Valnesfjord0.0
Saltdal bibliotek0.0
Sørfold folkebibliotek0.0

Hotels in Rognan

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rognan hotell

Dentists in Rognan

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NO #12282141898
Rognan tannklinikk
Tannlege Dag Kristiansen
Tannloftet Rognan

Train Stations in Rognan

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rognan
Røkland / Rævkka

Gas Stations in Rognan

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K Automat Rognan
Circle K Røkland
NO #2406421179

Ski Resorts Near Rognan

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Vestvatnlia alpinanlegg 0.0 $0

Airports Near Rognan

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rognan AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Rognan

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rognan post i butikk
Røkland post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rognan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Rognan Frikirke
Saltdal kirke

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Waterfalls
28
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Oslo

🇳🇴 About Norway

Capital Oslo
Population 5,314,336
Area 324,220 km²
GDP (USD) $482,949,731,777
GDP per capita $87,497
HDI 0.966
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 99.0%
Urban population 83.1%
Currency NOK (Krone)
Languages Norwegian Nynorsk, Norwegian Bokmål, Sami
Calling code +47
TLD .no
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Norway

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Første nyttårsdag
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Skjærtorsdag
Apr 3 Good Friday Langfredag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Første påskedag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Andre påskedag
May 1 Labour Day Første mai
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi himmelfartsdag
May 17 Constitution Day Syttende mai
May 24 Pentecost Første pinsedag
May 25 Whit Monday Andre pinsedag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Første juledag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Andre juledag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rognan

What is the population of Rognan?

Rognan has a population of 2,584 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,477 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rognan?

Rognan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches, with 19.3 inches of snow.

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