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Stokmarknes, Norway

Nordland · Norway

Stokmarknes is a small town in Nordland, Norway with a population of 3,367. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3,367 Population 3,471/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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About Stokmarknes

Stokmarknes

 (Norwegian) or Njárga (Northern Sami) is a town and the administrative centre of Hadsel Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. It is located on the northern coast of the island of Hadseløya and on the small, neighboring island of Børøya. The 2.57-square-kilometre (640-acre) town has a population (2023) of 3,496 and a population density of 1,360 inhabitants per square kilometre (3,500/sq mi). In 2000, Stokmarknes received "town status".

People

Population3,367
Density3,471/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population3,367
Population Density3,471 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates68.5646°, 14.9108°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceNordland
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall26.8 inches (68 cm)

About Stokmarknes

Stokmarknes is a small town in Norway (Nordland) with a population of 3,367. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Stokmarknes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below Norway avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density3,471/sq mi
Coordinates68.5646°N, 14.9108°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Norway avg
Snowfall 26.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.61"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 24, 2010.

Jan 4, 1992 41 km NW of Straumen, Norway M4.8 102 km
Jan 10, 1992 42 km NNE of Løding, Norway M4.6 99 km
Jan 4, 1992 40 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M4.6 102 km
Sep 24, 2010 5 km SE of Evjen, Norway M4.0 59 km
Nov 7, 1991 83 km WNW of Reine, Norway M3.7 148 km
Jan 1, 1992 40 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.6 102 km
Feb 18, 1993 8 km SE of Leknes, Norway M3.4 70 km
Apr 11, 2008 52 km SSE of Kabelvåg, Norway M3.4 83 km
Oct 16, 1992 31 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.3 111 km
Jul 2, 1994 32 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M3.3 108 km
Jan 22, 1992 38 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.3 103 km
Aug 14, 1992 88 km NW of Reine, Norway M3.3 140 km
Jan 25, 1992 41 km N of Løding, Norway M3.3 100 km
Jan 4, 1992 39 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M3.2 102 km
Jun 12, 1992 39 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.1 103 km
Nov 16, 1992 45 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.1 97 km
Jan 4, 1992 38 km N of Løding, Norway M3.0 102 km
Jan 25, 1992 48 km NNW of Straumen, Norway M3.0 91 km
Jan 5, 1992 44 km NNE of Løding, Norway M3.0 98 km
Apr 21, 1992 49 km S of Kabelvåg, Norway M3.0 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 4.9 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 4.5 in Coldest
March 30°F (-1°C) 3.7 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in
May 42°F (6°C) 2.9 in
June 49°F (9°C) 2.5 in Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
September 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in
October 39°F (4°C) 6.6 in Wettest
November 33°F (1°C) 5.0 in
December 29°F (-1°C) 5.4 in

Stokmarknes has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 27°F in February to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.6") and June the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Stokmarknes

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sandnes skole
Hadsel videregående skole
Stokmarknes skole
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Radio Stations near Stokmarknes

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Stokmarknes

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hurtigruten Museum
Norsk Fiskeindustrimuseum
Vesterålsmuseet

Libraries in Stokmarknes

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hadsel folkebibliotek0.0

Hotels in Stokmarknes

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hurtigrutens Hus
Vesterålen Kysthotell

Monuments in Stokmarknes

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dager og Netter - Sarkis (1998)
Whale tails

Dentists in Stokmarknes

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stokmarknes tannklinikk
Tannlege Sefranek

Gas Stations in Stokmarknes

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K Stokmarknes
Uno-X Stokmarknes

Gyms in Stokmarknes

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Feelgood Stokmarknes

Ski Resorts Near Stokmarknes

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ånstadblåheia skitrekk 0.0 $0

Airports Near Stokmarknes

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Stokmarknes Airport, SkagenSKNMedium Airport
Svolvær Airport, HelleSVJMedium Airport
Engeløy AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Stokmarknes

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Stokmarknes post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stokmarknes

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hadsel kirke

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Waterfalls
2
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 Stokmarknes

What is the population of Stokmarknes?

Stokmarknes has a population of 3,367 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,471 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Stokmarknes?

Stokmarknes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 26.8 inches of snow.

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