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Sokna, Norway

Buskerud · Norway

Sokna is a small town in Buskerud, Norway with a population of 543. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

543 Population 2,011/sq mi density
459 ft Elevation 140 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
30.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population543
Density2,011/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Population543
Population Density2,011 / sq mi
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates60.2389°, 9.9281°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceBuskerud
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation30.1 inches (764 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)

About Sokna

Sokna is a small town in Norway (Buskerud) with a population of 543. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet (140 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Sokna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 281 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below Norway avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,011/sq mi
Coordinates60.2389°N, 9.9281°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.1"
21% below Norway avg
Snowfall 9.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.9 on May 25, 2008.

Feb 19, 1992 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway M3.8 132 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 69 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 147 km
Apr 7, 2004 11 km N of Sand, Norway M3.4 91 km
Jun 29, 2004 17 km E of Hovden, Norway M3.1 147 km
Nov 27, 1993 4 km SW of Sand, Norway M3.1 86 km
May 25, 2008 4 km WSW of Åneby, Norway M2.9 51 km
Jun 30, 1992 9 km NNW of Elverum, Norway M2.8 118 km
Aug 22, 1994 21 km S of Reinsvoll, Norway M2.7 48 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 140 km
Nov 19, 1994 7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 64 km
Nov 21, 1994 6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 66 km
Aug 1, 1994 30 km N of Noresund, Norway M2.7 28 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 121 km
Dec 12, 1994 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway M2.6 59 km
Jan 29, 2005 7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway M2.6 78 km
Nov 25, 1992 45 km E of Farnes, Norway M2.5 136 km
Oct 3, 1993 43 km E of Odda, Norway M2.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1966 EASTERN NORWAY Meteorological 6.0 m - 81 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.0 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
September 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in
October 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in Wettest
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.9 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.8 in

Sokna has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 20°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Sokna

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sokna skole - - - -
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Radio Stations near Sokna

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Metro Buskerud music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Sokna

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Krøderbanen

Libraries in Sokna

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Krødsherad bibliotek0.0
Ringerike bibliotek, avdeling Sokna0.0

Cafes in Sokna

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rustad Kafé

Gas Stations in Sokna

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Driv Sokna
YX Sokna

Ski Resorts Near Sokna

20 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Martabakken 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valdres Alpinsenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stavadalen skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Turufjell Skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ringerudsetra skitrekk 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Norefjell 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ringkollen hoppanlegg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ringkollen skistadion 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ringkollen alpinbakke 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Modum skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Storeskar skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jardarkollen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fagerfjell Skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fagerfjell skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Løvaasjordet 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Høvikbakken 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gjerpenkollen hoppbakke 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stillerud akebakke 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hannibalbakken 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Montebello ski resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Sokna

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Notodden AirportNTBMedium Airport
Askestad Airstrip-Small Airport
Bøverbru Airfield-Small Airport
Dokka Thomlevold Airfield-Small Airport
Hokksund Airfield-Small Airport
Hønefoss Airfield, Eggemoen-Small Airport
Husodden Airfield-Small Airport
Lier Airfield-Small Airport
Reinsvoll Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Sokna

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sokna post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sokna

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lunder kirke

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Waterfalls
11
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 Sokna

What is the population of Sokna?

Sokna has a population of 543 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,011 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sokna?

Sokna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.1 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow.

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