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Rogaland · Norway
Sand is a small town in Rogaland, Norway with a population of 1,245. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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About Sand
Sand is the administrative centre of Suldal Municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. The village lies on the shore of the Sandsfjorden at the mouth of the river Suldalslågen, just south of the mouth of the Hylsfjorden. Norwegian National Road 13 runs through the eastern part of the village. Sand Church is also located in the village.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,245 |
| Population Density | 793 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.4847°, 6.2511° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Rogaland |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.0 inches (2,616 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 55.8 inches (142 cm) |
About Sand
Sand is a small town in Norway (Rogaland) with a population of 1,245. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 157 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 793/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.4847°N, 6.2511°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | — | 53 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 53 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | — | — | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 11.0 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 8.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 8.6 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | Driest |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 11.1 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 12.0 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 11.9 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 13.4 in | Wettest |
Sand has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 30°F in February to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 104.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (13.4") and May the driest (4.4").
Schools in Sand
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sauda videregående skole, Sand | — | — | — | — |
| Sand skule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sand
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sand
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Brødrene af Sand" | ||||
| Allmannajuvet | ||||
| Fagerheimsamlinga | ||||
| Hålandstunet | ||||
| Hjelmeland bygdemuseum | ||||
| Industriarbeidarmuseet i Sauda | ||||
| Jelsa skulemuseum | ||||
| Jonegarden på Hustveit | ||||
| Kvæstad vadmålsstampe | ||||
| Kvednahola kvernhusanlegg | ||||
| Litunet museumsgård | ||||
| Mimreståvå | ||||
| Slettedalen stølsbu | ||||
| The Ryfylke Museum | ||||
| Tinghaug |
Libraries in Sand
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Hjelmeland | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Sauda | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Suldal | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Suldal, Erfjord filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Suldal, Jelsa filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Suldal, Ropeidhalvøya filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Suldal, Sand skule | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Suldal, Suldalsosen filial | 0.0 |
Hotels in Sand
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sand
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sand
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sand
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sand
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sand
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sand
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sand
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sand
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sand
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mo Laksegard |
Ski Resorts Near Sand
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sirdal Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ådneram Skitrekk | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gullingen skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sauda skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Røldal Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fjellhaugen skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sand
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Stavanger Airport, Sola | SVG | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Sand
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sand post i butikk | |
| Suldalsosen post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sand
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sand Church (Rogaland) |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sand
What is the population of Sand?
Sand has a population of 1,245 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 793 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sand?
Sand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.0 inches, with 55.8 inches of snow.