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Selje, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Selje is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 694. Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 694 |
| Population Density | 2,313 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.0444°, 5.3474° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.0 inches (2,489 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 36.4 inches (93 cm) |
About Selje
Selje is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 694. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.5°F |
| 21% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 158 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,313/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.0444°N, 5.3474°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 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 | — | 84 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 81 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 109 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 81 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | — | 84 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | — | 96 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 108 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | — | 70 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 92 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | 17 | 90 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 9.8 in | |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 7.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 7.6 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | Driest |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 11.3 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 11.3 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 11.2 in |
Selje has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 33°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 98.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and May the driest (4.3").
Schools in Selje
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selje skule | — | — | — | — |
| Stadlandet skule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Selje
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Selje
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valborgsamlinga |
Libraries in Selje
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sande bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sande bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Selje folkeboksamling | 0.0 | |||||
| Selje folkeboksamling, Flatraket filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Selje folkeboksamling, Stadlandet filial, Leikanger | 0.0 | |||||
| Vågsøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vanylven folkebibliotek, Åram filial | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Selje
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Selje
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Selje
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Selje
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnfjord skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Harpefossen skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Selje
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Florø Airport | FRO | Medium Airport |
| Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden | HOV | Medium Airport |
| Førde Airport, Bringeland | FDE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Selje
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bryggja post i butikk | |
| Selje post i butikk | |
| Stadlandet post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Selje
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Leikanger kyrkje | |
| Selje kyrkje |
Quick Facts
🇳🇴 About Norway
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Selje
What is the population of Selje?
Selje has a population of 694 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,313 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Selje?
Selje has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.0 inches, with 36.4 inches of snow.