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Sveio, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Sveio is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 1,529. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sveio
Sveio is a municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The administrative centre of the municipality is the village of Sveio. Other villages in the municipality include Auklandshamn, Førde, Våga, and Valevåg. Sveio Municipality is a border district that is sometimes considered to be located in the traditional district of Haugalandet since it is located on the Haugalandet peninsula, but it is also considered to be in the traditional district of Sunnhordland since it is located in southern Vestland county.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,529 |
| Population Density | 4,247 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.5419°, 5.3518° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.3 inches (2,217 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.7 inches (37 cm) |
About Sveio
Sveio is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 1,529. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,247/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.5419°N, 5.3518°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 91 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 91 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 8.4 in | |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 10.4 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 10.2 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
Sveio has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 35°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 87.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.6") and April the driest (3.9").
Schools in Sveio
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vikse skule | - | - | - | - |
| Sveio skule | - | - | - | - |
| Førde skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sveio
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet MP3) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio102 | local, local music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Northern Star | classic rock, norway | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet AAC) | - | AAC+ 159 kbps | |
| Radio Kos | - | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Sveio
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aker Stord industrimuseum | ||||
| Arquebus krigshistorisk museum | ||||
| Baadehuset | ||||
| Cleng Peerson gård | ||||
| Dokken friluftsmuseum | ||||
| Eldhuset | ||||
| Espevær hummerpark | ||||
| Fridtun, 1845 | ||||
| Futastova | ||||
| Gruvemuseet på Litlabø | ||||
| Hatlandsløo | ||||
| Karmsund folkemuseum | ||||
| Klovastovo | ||||
| Krambua | ||||
| Kulleseid Telegrafstation | ||||
| Kvekerhuset | ||||
| Landa Stabburet | ||||
| Møllebua | ||||
| Museumsgården Ørpetveit | ||||
| Nordvegen Historiesenter | ||||
| Skulestova | ||||
| Smio | ||||
| Stiftelsen Haugesjøen | ||||
| Stolmastovo | ||||
| Stord maritime museum | ||||
| Sunnhordland museum | ||||
| Sunnhordlandstunet | ||||
| Tonjer fyr | ||||
| Visnes Gruvemuseum | ||||
| Vorlandssaga |
Libraries in Sveio
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bømlo folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bømlo folkebibliotek, Bømlo filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Bømlo folkebibliotek, Finnås filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Haugesund folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Norheim filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Stord folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stord folkebibliotek, Litlabø filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Sveio folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tysvær bibliotek | 0.0 |
Cafes in Sveio
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sveio
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sveio
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sveio
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sveio
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Sveio
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sveio
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salamander bryggeri |
Stadiums & Teams in Sveio
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sveio
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Stavanger Airport, Sola | SVG | Large Airport |
| Haugesund Airport, Karmøy | HAU | Medium Airport |
| Stord Airport, Sørstokken | SRP | Medium Airport |
| Os Vaksinen Ulven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sveio
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Førde i Hordaland post i butikk | |
| Sveio post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sveio
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sveio kyrkje |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sveio
What is the population of Sveio?
Sveio has a population of 1,529 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,247 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sveio?
Sveio has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.3 inches, with 14.7 inches of snow.