Sandane, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Sandane is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 2,633. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Sandane
Sandane is the administrative centre of Gloppen Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. It is located at the end of the Gloppefjorden, along the European route E39 highway. Sandane is 20 kilometres (12 mi) south of the village of Nordfjordeid and about 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) west of the village of Byrkjelo. Sandane Airport, Anda is located 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) northwest of Sandane along highway E39. Sandane has several suburban areas that surround the nearby fjord such as Sørstranda to the west and Vereide to the northwest.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,633 |
| Population Density | 2,862 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.7728°, 6.2150° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 90.1 inches (2,288 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 50.5 inches (128 cm) |
About Sandane
Sandane is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 2,633. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.9°F |
| 30% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,862/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.7728°N, 6.2150°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 74.0 m (243 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 74.0 m | - | 37 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 35 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 83 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 35 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 37 km |
| 1756 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 38.0 m | 32 | 141 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 100 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 83 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 60 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | - | 53 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 59 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 17 | 74 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 10.0 in | |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 7.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 7.4 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 10.0 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 10.0 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
Sandane has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 27°F in February to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 90.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.1") and May the driest (3.5").
Schools in Sandane
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nordstranda skule | - | - | - | - |
| Gloppen ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Firda vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Gloppen opplæringssenter | - | - | - | - |
| Sandane skule | - | - | - | - |
| Nordfjord folkehøgskule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sandane
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sandane
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nordfjord folkemuseum | ||||
| Sagastad |
Libraries in Sandane
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eid bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gloppen folkebibliotek, Sandane | 0.0 |
Hotels in Sandane
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sandane
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sandane
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sandane
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sandane
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sandane
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sandane
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Sandane
12 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnfjord skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Jølster Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Breimsbygda Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nordfjord fritidssenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stryn Vinterski | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Harpefossen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hornindal skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ørsta skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Volda skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Strandafjellet skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sunnmørsalpane Skiarena Fjellseter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Spjelkavikheisa | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sandane
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden | HOV | Medium Airport |
| Førde Airport, Bringeland | FDE | Small Airport |
| Sandane Airport, Anda | SDN | Small Airport |
| Stryn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sandane
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sandane post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sandane
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gimmestad gamle kyrkje | |
| Gimmestad kyrkje | |
| Sandane kyrkje | |
| Vereide kyrkje |
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Waterfalls Near Sandane
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Sandane.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Holvikfossen | |
| Tvinnefossen |
Meteorites Near Sandane
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Sandane.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Mjelleim | 1898 |
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Sandane?
Sandane has a population of 2,633 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,862 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sandane?
Sandane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 90.1 inches, with 50.5 inches of snow.
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