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Sande, Norway

Vestland · Norway

Sande is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 542. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

542 Population 2,258/sq mi density
361 ft Elevation 110 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
120.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population542
Density2,258/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain120.9 in/yr
Sunny Days127/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Population542
Population Density2,258 / sq mi
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Coordinates61.3251°, 5.7977°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceVestland
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation120.9 inches (3,071 mm)
Annual Snowfall62.1 inches (158 cm)

About Sande

Sande is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 542. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 120.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Sande has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 127 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 120.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 62.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below Norway avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days127 days/yr

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,258/sq mi
Coordinates61.3251°N, 5.7977°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 120.9"
218% above Norway avg
Snowfall 62.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 14.92"
Driest Month (May) 5.00"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

72 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 12, 2025.

Jan 12, 2025 43 km WNW of Larsnes, Norway M4.5 122 km
Nov 7, 2017 20 km WSW of Manger, Norway M4.0 103 km
Jun 14, 1990 2 km E of Sandsli, Norway M3.7 117 km
Nov 13, 1995 56 km WNW of Florø, Norway M3.6 105 km
Dec 31, 1991 56 km WNW of Måløy, Norway M3.5 128 km
Jun 1, 2001 91 km W of Måløy, Norway M3.5 145 km
May 29, 1999 19 km WNW of Måløy, Norway M3.5 92 km
Jan 19, 1990 22 km WSW of Måløy, Norway M3.4 82 km
Oct 31, 1996 86 km W of Måløy, Norway M3.3 144 km
Sep 9, 1995 53 km W of Måløy, Norway M3.3 106 km
Jun 28, 1992 35 km WNW of Måløy, Norway M3.2 107 km
Aug 18, 1995 60 km WNW of Florø, Norway M3.2 110 km
Mar 24, 2012 18 km SSW of Fedje, Norway M3.2 103 km
Jun 20, 1995 69 km W of Måløy, Norway M3.2 122 km
May 22, 1992 28 km W of Hardbakke, Norway M3.2 85 km
Sep 17, 1995 67 km WNW of Florø, Norway M3.1 116 km
Feb 27, 2004 55 km WNW of Hardbakke, Norway M3.1 106 km
Sep 6, 2002 86 km W of Florø, Norway M3.1 133 km
Jan 23, 1991 58 km W of Måløy, Norway M3.1 115 km
Sep 8, 1995 53 km W of Måløy, Norway M3.0 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

11 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 83 km
1936 LOEN Meteorological 74.0 m 73 82 km
1934 TAFJORD Meteorological 62.3 m 41 134 km
1905 LOEN Meteorological 40.5 m 61 82 km
1936 LAKE LOVATNET Meteorological 40.0 m 83 km
1983 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 7.0 m 103 km
1998 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 6.0 m 33 km
1994 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 4.0 m 42 km
1987 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 3.0 m 107 km
1880 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 109 km
1731 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 17 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 13.3 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 10.6 in Coldest
March 32°F (0°C) 9.9 in
April 38°F (3°C) 5.6 in
May 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in Driest
June 52°F (11°C) 6.0 in
July 55°F (13°C) 6.6 in Warmest
August 54°F (12°C) 8.4 in
September 48°F (9°C) 13.9 in
October 42°F (5°C) 13.4 in
November 34°F (1°C) 13.4 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 14.9 in Wettest

Sande has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 30°F in February to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 120.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.9") and May the driest (5.0").

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Schools in Sande

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sande skule
Bygstad skule
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Radio Stations near Sande

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Sande

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Sogn og Fjordane Kunstmuseum
Sunnfjord museum

Libraries in Sande

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Førde Public Library0.0
Gaular folkebibliotek0.0
Høyanger bibliotek, Kyrkjebø kombinasjonsbibliotek0.0
Høyanger bibliotek, Vadheim kombinasjonsbibliotek0.0
Naustdal bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Sande

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Åmot
Sande Kro & Hotell
Vadheim Hotell

Cafes in Sande

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Melkerampen

Dentists in Sande

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sande tannklinikk
Tannlegekontoret Heggernes/Lunde

Gas Stations in Sande

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Bygstad (automat)
Circle K Truck Sande
NO #1460565616
St1 Gaular

Breweries in Sande

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kvernafossen Bryggeri

Ski Resorts Near Sande

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Alphapark 0.0 $0
Voss Resort Fjellheisar 0.0 $0
Myrkdalen 0.0 $0
Stordalen skisenter 0.0 $0
Sunnfjord skisenter 0.0 $0
Jølster Skisenter 0.0 $0
Nordfjord fritidssenter 0.0 $0
Harpefossen skisenter 0.0 $0

Airports Near Sande

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bømoen AirfieldSmall Airport
Førde Airport, BringelandFDESmall Airport
Rompene AirfieldSmall Airport
Sandane Airport, AndaSDNSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sande

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bygstad post i butikk
Sande i Sunnfjord post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sande

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bygstad kyrkje
Hestad kapell
Sande kyrkje

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Waterfalls
7
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 Sande

What is the population of Sande?

Sande has a population of 542 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,258 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sande?

Sande has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 127 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.9 inches, with 62.1 inches of snow.

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