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Saltangará, Faroe Islands
Eysturoy · Faroe Islands
Saltangará is a small town in Eysturoy, Faroe Islands with a population of 1,116. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
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About Saltangará
Saltangará is a village in the Faroe Islands, on the island of Eysturoy.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,116 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.1165°, -6.7180° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Faroe |
| Country | 🇫🇴 Faroe Islands |
| State / Province | Eysturoy |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.4 inches (2,754 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Saltangará
Saltangará is a small town in Faroe Islands (Eysturoy) with a population of 1,116. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.4 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Faroe.
Climate in Saltangará
Saltangará has an average annual temperature of 7°C (45°F). The hottest month is Aug (11.2°C), the coldest is Feb (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1403 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below Faroe Islands avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 139 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Area | 156.7 sq mi (406.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.1165°N, 6.7180°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Faroe |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 11.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 9.5 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 11.1 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 7.7 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 12.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 12.0 in |
Saltangará has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 38°F in January to 52°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 108.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.6") and June the driest (4.7").
Schools in Saltangará
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glyvra Skúli | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Saltangará
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FM1 88,7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rás 2 | faroe islands, rás 2 | MP3 | |
| KVF2 | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| KVF - Tingvarp | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 60 north radio | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Saltangará
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bátasavn | ||||
| Blásastova | ||||
| Bygdarsavnið | ||||
| Bygdasavnið Forni | ||||
| Depilsgarðurin | ||||
| Faroese National Heritage | ||||
| Hoyvíksgarður | ||||
| Kirkjbøargarður | ||||
| Museum of North Islands | ||||
| National Gallery of the Faroe Islands | ||||
| Nordic House in the Faroe Islands | ||||
| Norðoya Motorsavn | ||||
| Tjóðsavnið |
Libraries in Saltangará
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bókasavn | 0.0 | |||||
| Býarbókasavnið | 0.0 | |||||
| Landsbókasavnið | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Saltangará
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Saltangará
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Saltangará
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Saltangará
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Saltangará
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Saltangará
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okkara | ||||
| OY |
Stadiums & Teams in Saltangará
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Saltangará
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vágar Airport | FAE | Large Airport |
Treatment Centers in Saltangará
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Blákrossheimið |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saltangará
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Berøa | |
| Glyrva Missiónshús | |
| Glyvra kirkja |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Faroe Islands
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Saltangará?
Saltangará has a population of 1,116 residents and is located in Faroe Islands. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 156.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saltangará?
Saltangará has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 139 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.4 inches.