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Sauda, Norway
Rogaland · Norway
Sauda is a small town in Rogaland, Norway with a population of 4,174. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sauda
Sauda is a municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. The administrative centre of the municipality is the city of Sauda, where most of the population lives. Other villages in the municipality include Saudasjøen and Amdal. Despite being in the northern part of the region of Ryfylke, Sauda participates in the Haugalandet Council and is under the jurisdiction of the Haugaland og Sunnhordland District Court.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,174 |
| Population Density | 2,659 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.6506°, 6.3542° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Rogaland |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.9 inches (2,410 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 49.1 inches (125 cm) |
About Sauda
Sauda is a small town in Norway (Rogaland) with a population of 4,174. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.5°F |
| 27% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 164 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,659/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.6506°N, 6.3542°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 | - | 69 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 69 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 110 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 10.4 in | |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 7.7 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 10.9 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 10.9 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
Sauda has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 27°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 94.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.1") and April the driest (3.9").
Schools in Sauda
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sauda ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Risvoll skule | - | - | - | - |
| Sauda vidaregåande skule, avdeling Birkeland | - | - | - | - |
| Austarheim skule | - | - | - | - |
| Sauda vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Fløgstad skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sauda
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sauda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Brødrene af Sand" | ||||
| Allmannajuvet | ||||
| Fagerheimsamlinga | ||||
| Industriarbeidarmuseet i Sauda | ||||
| Jonegarden på Hustveit | ||||
| Kolbeinstveit | ||||
| Kvæstad vadmålsstampe | ||||
| Kvednahola kvernhusanlegg | ||||
| Litunet museumsgård | ||||
| Mimreståvå | ||||
| Slettedalen stølsbu | ||||
| The Ryfylke Museum | ||||
| Tinghaug |
Libraries in Sauda
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Sauda | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Suldal | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Suldal, Sand skule | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Suldal, Suldalsosen filial | 0.0 |
Hotels in Sauda
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sauda
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sauda
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sauda
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sauda
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sauda
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sauda
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sauda
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sauda
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sauda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mo Laksegard |
Ski Resorts Near Sauda
8 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fidjeland Skitrekk | 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 | - | - | - |
| FONNA Glacier Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bygdastølen skiskytterstadion | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Post Offices in Sauda
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sauda post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sauda
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Betel | |
| Frelsesarmeen | |
| Salem | |
| Sauda kyrkje | |
| Saudasjøen kapell | |
| Solbrekk kapell |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sauda
What is the population of Sauda?
Sauda has a population of 4,174 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,659 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sauda?
Sauda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.9 inches, with 49.1 inches of snow.