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Stranda, Norway

Møre og Romsdal · Norway

Stranda is a small town in Møre og Romsdal, Norway with a population of 2,969. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 38°F (4°C).

2,969 Population 3,227/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 4°C
69.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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About Stranda

Stranda

Stranda is the administrative centre of Stranda Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. The village is located on the western shore of the Storfjorden.

People

Population2,969
Density3,227/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain69.8 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population2,969
Population Density3,227 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates62.3086°, 6.9372°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceMøre og Romsdal
Average Temperature38°F (4°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation69.8 inches (1,774 mm)
Annual Snowfall39.5 inches (100 cm)

About Stranda

Stranda is a small town in Norway (Møre og Romsdal) with a population of 2,969. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Stranda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 39.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average38.3°F
29% below Norway avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density3,227/sq mi
Coordinates62.3086°N, 6.9372°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.8"
84% above Norway avg
Snowfall 39.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 8.62"
Driest Month (May) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 12, 2025.

Jan 12, 2025 43 km WNW of Larsnes, Norway M4.5 111 km
Jun 26, 1993 81 km NW of Larsnes, Norway M4.2 138 km
Jan 21, 2007 6 km SW of Midsund, Norway M3.7 40 km
Dec 31, 1991 56 km WNW of Måløy, Norway M3.5 146 km
May 29, 1999 19 km WNW of Måløy, Norway M3.5 119 km
Jan 19, 1990 22 km WSW of Måløy, Norway M3.4 126 km
Jan 16, 2005 16 km WNW of Steinshamn, Norway M3.3 69 km
Jun 28, 1992 35 km WNW of Måløy, Norway M3.2 131 km
Apr 4, 1990 9 km NNW of Dale, Norway M3.0 129 km
Jan 16, 1992 30 km W of Måløy, Norway M2.9 132 km
Feb 2, 1991 26 km WNW of Ulsteinvik weather pws station, Norway M2.9 82 km
Mar 29, 1990 5 km WSW of Volda, Norway M2.9 54 km
Jul 6, 1992 25 km NNW of Steinshamn, Norway M2.8 83 km
May 2, 1993 29 km NNW of Måløy, Norway M2.8 112 km
Mar 17, 1995 37 km W of Måløy, Norway M2.8 139 km
Mar 24, 1994 63 km NW of Larsnes, Norway M2.7 123 km
Apr 22, 1990 13 km SSW of Måløy, Norway M2.7 112 km
Oct 18, 1990 18 km WSW of Dale, Norway M2.7 148 km
Feb 24, 1992 15 km SW of Dale, Norway M2.7 148 km
Aug 24, 1991 2 km E of Svelgen, Norway M2.7 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 74.0 m (243 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1936 LAKE LOVATNET Meteorological 74.0 m 51 km
1936 LOEN Meteorological 74.0 m 73 49 km
1934 TAFJORD Meteorological 62.3 m 41 24 km
1905 LOEN Meteorological 40.5 m 61 49 km
1936 LAKE LOVATNET Meteorological 40.0 m 51 km
1756 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 38.0 m 32 71 km
1983 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 7.0 m 126 km
1994 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 4.0 m 117 km
1987 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 3.0 m 19 km
1880 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 27 km
1731 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 17 3 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 7.6 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 6.1 in Coldest
March 30°F (-1°C) 5.8 in
April 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in
May 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
July 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 52°F (11°C) 4.9 in
September 45°F (7°C) 7.4 in
October 39°F (4°C) 7.7 in
November 32°F (0°C) 7.4 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 8.6 in Wettest

Stranda has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 27°F in February to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 69.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.6") and May the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Stranda

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Stranda vidaregåande skule
Stranda ungdomsskule
Vestborg videregående skole
Ringstad skule
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Radio Stations near Stranda

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Stranda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tresfjord museum
Ytste Skotet museumsgard

Libraries in Stranda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Norddal folkebibliotek, Eidsdal filial0.0
Ørskog folkebibliotek0.0
Stordal bibliotek0.0
Stranda folkebibliotek0.0

Hotels in Stranda

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Union Øye
Stranda Hotel
Valldal Fjord Lodge
Valldal fjordhotell

Restaurants in Stranda

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fursetpaviljongen
Oliven
Roaldspaviljongen
Siena Pizzaria
Storfjord Gastropub
Stova

Cafes in Stranda

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Skarbø Gard

Cinemas in Stranda

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stranda kino

Gas Stations in Stranda

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K Automat Stranda
Circle K Truck Stranda
Esso Stranda

Breweries in Stranda

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tonga Gardsbryggeri
Trollbryggeriet

Ski Resorts Near Stranda

12 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Breimsbygda Skisenter 0.0 $0
Nordfjord fritidssenter 0.0 $0
Stryn Vinterski 0.0 $0
Hornindal skisenter 0.0 $0
Ørsta skisenter 0.0 $0
Lilleåsen skitrekk 0.0 $0
Strandafjellet skisenter 0.0 $0
Sunnmørsalpane Skiarena Fjellseter 0.0 $0
Stordal alpinsenter 0.0 $0
Spjelkavikheisa 0.0 $0
Ørskogfjell skisenter 0.0 $0
Tusten Skiheiser 0.0 $0

Airports Near Stranda

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Molde Airport, ÅrøMOLMedium Airport
Gossen AirfieldSmall Airport
Stryn AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Stranda

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Eidsdal post i butikk
Stranda post i butikk

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Stranda

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
West Norwegian Fjords – Geirangerfjord and NærøyfjordNatural2005

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stranda

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Liabygda kyrkje
Stranda kyrkje

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Waterfalls
21
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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Stranda

West Norwegian Fjords – Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord
Natural · inscribed 2005
Situated in south-western Norway, north-east of Bergen, Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord, set 120 km from one another, are part of the west Norwegian fjord landscape, which stretches from Stavanger in the south to Andalsnes, 500 km to the north-east. The two fjor...

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 Stranda

What is the population of Stranda?

Stranda has a population of 2,969 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,227 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Stranda?

Stranda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.8 inches, with 39.5 inches of snow.

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