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Stavern, Norway
Vestfold · Norway
Stavern is a small city in Vestfold, Norway with a population of 5,902. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Stavern
Stavern is a town in Larvik Municipality in Vestfold county, Norway. The town is located at the mouth of the Larviksfjorden along the Skagerrak coast, about 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) south of the town of Larvik. Historically, Stavern was a self-governing municipality from 1838 until 1988 when it became part of the large Larvik Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,902 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.0000°, 10.0333° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestfold |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.6 inches (980 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.8 inches (22 cm) |
About Stavern
Stavern is a small city in Norway (Vestfold) with a population of 5,902. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.0000°N, 10.0333°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 75 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.4 in |
Stavern has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 30°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.1").
Schools in Stavern
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordet skole | - | - | - | - |
| Stavern skole | - | - | - | - |
| Brunla ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Stavern
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Stavern
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gokstad Kystlag | ||||
| Herregården | ||||
| Hvalfangstmuseet | ||||
| Kaupang Midgardsenteret | ||||
| Larvik museum | ||||
| Larvik sjøfartsmuseum | ||||
| Motormuseet | ||||
| Nerdrum Museum | ||||
| The Seamen’s Memorial Hall | ||||
| The Whaler «Southern Actor» | ||||
| Vestfoldarkivet |
Libraries in Stavern
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larvik bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Larvik bibliotek, avdeling Stavern | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandefjord bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| THVS bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Stavern
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Stavern
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Stavern
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Stavern
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Stavern
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Stavern
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Stavern
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Stavern
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Stavern
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Stavern
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Stavern
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Stavern
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agnes Brygghus | ||||
| Holtens | ||||
| Sandar Haandverksbryggeri |
Stadiums & Teams in Stavern
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Stavern
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tagtvedtbakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Siljan skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Breimyrbakkene | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Høgås alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Montebello ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hannibalbakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stillerud akebakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Stavern
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sandefjord Airport, Torp | TRF | Large Airport |
| Skien Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Askestad Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jarlsberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ruteig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skitnerød flyplass | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Stavern
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Stavern post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Stavern
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Berg stenkirke | |
| Berg trekirke | |
| Brunlanes frikirke | |
| Frederiksvern kirke | |
| Stavern frikirke | |
| Tanum kirke |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Stavern?
Stavern has a population of 5,902 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Stavern?
Stavern has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches, with 8.8 inches of snow.