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Storsteinnes, Norway
Troms · Norway
Storsteinnes is a small town in Troms, Norway with a population of 1,076. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Storsteinnes
Storsteinnes (Norwegian) or Eljasnjárga (Northern Sami) is the administrative center of Balsfjord Municipality in Troms county, Norway. The 1.2-square-kilometre (300-acre) village has a population (2023) of 1,107 and a population density of 923 inhabitants per square kilometre (2,390/sq mi). This makes it the largest urban area in the municipality. Storsteinnes Chapel is located in this village.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,076 |
| Population Density | 2,446 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 69.2408°, 19.2344° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Troms |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (783 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 19.1 inches (48 cm) |
About Storsteinnes
Storsteinnes is a small town in Norway (Troms) with a population of 1,076. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.2°F |
| 35% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,446/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 69.2408°N, 19.2344°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1959 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | 9 | 92 km |
| 2015 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 90 km |
| 1810 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 14 | 42 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 35°F (2°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.2 in |
Storsteinnes has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 20°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and May the driest (1.6").
Schools in Storsteinnes
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storsteinnes skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Storsteinnes
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Troms (Høy kvalitet AAC) | - | AAC+ 159 kbps | |
| historyradio.org | educational, history | MP3 | |
| Radio Tromsø Hits | hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Bardufoss | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Storsteinnes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fjordmuseet |
Libraries in Storsteinnes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balsfjord folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Storsteinnes
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Storsteinnes
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Storsteinnes
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Storsteinnes
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Storsteinnes
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Storsteinnes
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skjærhaug hoppbakker | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tromsø Alpinpark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Grønnåsen hoppsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Storsteinnes
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tromsø Airport | TOS | Large Airport |
| Bardufoss Airport | BDU | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Storsteinnes
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nordkjosbotn post i butikk | |
| Storsteinnes post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Storsteinnes
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Balsfjord kirke | |
| Storsteinnes kapell | |
| Storsteinnes kirke |
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What is the population of Storsteinnes?
Storsteinnes has a population of 1,076 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,446 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Storsteinnes?
Storsteinnes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow.