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Skjold, Norway
Rogaland · Norway
Skjold is a small town in Rogaland, Norway with a population of 600. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 600 |
| Population Density | 1,539 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.5027°, 5.5869° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Rogaland |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.8 inches (2,458 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 28.7 inches (73 cm) |
About Skjold
Skjold is a small town in Norway (Rogaland) with a population of 600. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.3°F |
| 18% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 160 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,539/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.5027°N, 5.5869°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 | - | 78 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 78 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 9.5 in | |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 7.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 10.6 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 11.5 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 11.2 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
Skjold has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 33°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 96.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.9") and May the driest (4.3").
Schools in Skjold
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vats skule | - | - | - | - |
| Skjold skule | - | - | - | - |
| Straumen skule | - | - | - | - |
| Vik skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Skjold
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet MP3) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio102 | local, local music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Northern Star | classic rock, norway | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet AAC) | - | AAC+ 159 kbps | |
| Radio Kos | - | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Skjold
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquebus krigshistorisk museum | ||||
| Cleng Peerson gård | ||||
| Hesthammer skule | ||||
| Kvekerhuset | ||||
| Landbruksmagasinet på Tveit | ||||
| Nerheimstunet | ||||
| Slettebøsmia |
Libraries in Skjold
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sveio folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tysvær bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vindafjord bibliotek | 0.0 |
Dentists in Skjold
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Skjold
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Skjold
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Skjold
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salamander bryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Skjold
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sauda skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Fjellhaugen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Skjold
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Stavanger Airport, Sola | SVG | Large Airport |
| Haugesund Airport, Karmøy | HAU | Medium Airport |
| Stord Airport, Sørstokken | SRP | Medium Airport |
| Os Vaksinen Ulven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Skjold
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Øvre Vats post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Skjold
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Skjold kyrkje | |
| Skjoldastraumen bedehus | |
| Skjoldastraumen kyrkje | |
| Vats kyrkje | |
| Vikebygd kyrkje |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Skjold
What is the population of Skjold?
Skjold has a population of 600 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,539 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Skjold?
Skjold has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 160 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.8 inches, with 28.7 inches of snow.