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Svelgen, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Svelgen is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 1,207. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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About Svelgen
Svelgen is the administrative centre of Bremanger Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The village is located at the eastern end of the Nordgulen fjord and at the mouth of the Svelgselva river. The Bortne Tunnel is located about 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) north of the village, connecting it to the northern parts of the municipality. Svelgen Chapel is the local church—part of the national Church of Norway.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,207 |
| Population Density | 3,176 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.7698°, 5.2954° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 121.7 inches (3,092 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 60.8 inches (155 cm) |
About Svelgen
Svelgen is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 1,207. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet (140 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 121.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.8°F |
| 24% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 125 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,176/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.7698°N, 5.2954°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 85 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 82 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 123 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 82 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | — | 85 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | — | 142 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | — | 65 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 88 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | — | 85 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 102 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | 17 | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 12.8 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 10.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 9.9 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 6.1 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 5.3 in | Driest |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 14.0 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 13.7 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 13.9 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
Svelgen has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 30°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 121.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.1") and May the driest (5.3").
Schools in Svelgen
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolset oppvekstsenter | — | — | — | — |
| Svelgen oppvekstsenter | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Svelgen
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Svelgen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bremanger folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Selje folkeboksamling, Flatraket filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Vågsøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Svelgen
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Svelgen
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Svelgen
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Svelgen
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnfjord skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Harpefossen skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Svelgen
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Florø Airport | FRO | Medium Airport |
| Førde Airport, Bringeland | FDE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Svelgen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Svelgen post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Svelgen
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Midtgulen kyrkje | |
| Svelgen kapell |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Svelgen?
Svelgen has a population of 1,207 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,176 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Svelgen?
Svelgen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 121.7 inches, with 60.8 inches of snow.