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Skånevik, Norway

Vestland · Norway

Skånevik is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 603. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

603 Population 1,723/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
112.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population603
Density1,723/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain112.1 in/yr
Sunny Days136/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population603
Population Density1,723 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates59.7329°, 5.9376°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceVestland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation112.1 inches (2,846 mm)
Annual Snowfall44.5 inches (113 cm)

About Skånevik

Skånevik is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 603. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 112.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Skånevik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 136 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 112.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 44.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below Norway avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days136 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,723/sq mi
Coordinates59.7329°N, 5.9376°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 112.1"
195% above Norway avg
Snowfall 44.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 14.37"
Driest Month (May) 4.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Nov 7, 2017.

Aug 12, 2000 16 km W of Sveio, Norway M4.1 53 km
Nov 7, 2017 20 km WSW of Manger, Norway M4.0 117 km
Aug 6, 1992 17 km NNE of Etne, Norway M3.7 11 km
Apr 14, 1992 9 km SSW of Ølen, Norway M3.7 26 km
Jun 14, 1990 2 km E of Sandsli, Norway M3.7 71 km
Dec 8, 2000 37 km WSW of Storebø, Norway M3.6 81 km
Mar 14, 2012 13 km WSW of Ølen, Norway M3.6 29 km
May 25, 2007 31 km W of Rubbestadneset, Norway M3.2 69 km
Mar 24, 2012 18 km SSW of Fedje, Norway M3.2 127 km
Aug 23, 1991 4 km NNE of Stavanger, Norway M3.1 81 km
Jun 29, 2004 17 km E of Hovden, Norway M3.1 99 km
Feb 25, 1990 6 km WNW of Sauda, Norway M3.0 19 km
Oct 28, 1991 5 km SSE of Rosendal, Norway M3.0 24 km
Sep 23, 1990 5 km NE of Eike, Norway M2.8 44 km
Sep 17, 1992 3 km NW of Tau, Norway M2.8 72 km
Aug 28, 1992 24 km NE of Sauda, Norway M2.7 42 km
Aug 30, 1994 4 km ENE of Vikevåg, Norway M2.7 70 km
Nov 9, 1992 20 km W of Ågotnes, Norway M2.7 105 km
Apr 14, 1992 14 km S of Ølen, Norway M2.7 29 km
Jul 28, 2005 8 km W of Rubbestadneset, Norway M2.6 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 86 km
2011 LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 86 km
1867 WESTERN NORWAY Earthquake 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 11.7 in
February 31°F (-0°C) 9.2 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 9.3 in
April 39°F (4°C) 4.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in Driest
June 53°F (12°C) 5.6 in
July 56°F (13°C) 6.6 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 8.5 in
September 50°F (10°C) 12.0 in
October 44°F (7°C) 12.8 in
November 37°F (3°C) 12.6 in
December 33°F (1°C) 14.4 in Wettest

Skånevik has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 31°F in February to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 112.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.4") and May the driest (4.7").

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Schools in Skånevik

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Åkra skule
Skånevik skule
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Radio Stations near Skånevik

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Skånevik

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bygdetunet Rød
Nerheimstunet
Nistovetunet
Norsk Motormuseum
Sæbøtunet
Vindafjordmuseet

Libraries in Skånevik

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Etne bibliotek0.0
Etne bibliotek, avd. Skånevik0.0
Kvinnherad bibliotek0.0
Vindafjord bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Skånevik

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Skånevik Fjordhotel

Gas Stations in Skånevik

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Kyrping (automat)
Skånevik

Ski Resorts Near Skånevik

9 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gullingen skisenter 0.0 $0
Sauda skisenter 0.0 $0
Fjellhaugen skisenter 0.0 $0
FONNA Glacier Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Bygdastølen skiskytterstadion 0.0 $0
Furedalen alpin 0.0 $0
Aktiven skiheis 0.0 $0
Gullbotn 0.0 $0
Eikedalen skisenter 0.0 $0

Airports Near Skånevik

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bergen Airport, FleslandBGOLarge Airport
Haugesund Airport, KarmøyHAUMedium Airport
Stord Airport, SørstokkenSRPMedium Airport
Os Vaksinen Ulven AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Skånevik

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Skånevik post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skånevik

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holmedal kyrkje
Skånevik kyrkje

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Waterfalls
1
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 Skånevik

What is the population of Skånevik?

Skånevik has a population of 603 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,723 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Skånevik?

Skånevik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 136 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 112.1 inches, with 44.5 inches of snow.

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