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Svolvær, Norway
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Svolvær is a small town in Nordland, Norway with a population of 4,720. Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
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About Svolvær
Svolvær, Suolvearra (Northern Sami), or Spålavuolle (Lule Sami) is a town and the administrative centre of Vågan Municipality in Nordland County, Norway. It is located on the island of Austvågøya in the Lofoten archipelago, along the Vestfjorden. The 2.36-square-kilometre (580-acre) town has a population (2023) of 4,736 and a population density of 2,007 inhabitants per square kilometre (5,200/sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 4,720 |
| Population Density | 5,021 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 68.2342°, 14.5683° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Nordland |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.6 inches (1,081 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 22.6 inches (57 cm) |
About Svolvær
Svolvær is a small town in Norway (Nordland) with a population of 4,720. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.8°F |
| 30% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,021/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 68.2342°N, 14.5683°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 33°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.5 in |
Svolvær has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 25°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (2.2").
Schools in Svolvær
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Svolvær skole | — | — | — | — |
| Aust-Lofoten videregående skole | — | — | — | — |
| Skrova skole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Svolvær
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Svolvær
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lofoten Krigsminnemuseum | ||||
| Lofotmuseet | ||||
| The Lofoten Aquarium |
Libraries in Svolvær
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vågan bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Svolvær
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Svolvær
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Svolvær
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Svolvær
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Svolvær
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Svolvær
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Svolvær
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Svolvær
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Svolvær
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Svolvær
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Svolvær
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lofotpils |
Airports Near Svolvær
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen | SKN | Medium Airport |
| Svolvær Airport, Helle | SVJ | Medium Airport |
| Engeløy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Svolvær
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Skrova post i butikk | |
| Svolvær post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Svolvær
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Metodistkirken | |
| Svolvær gravkapell | |
| Svolvær kirke |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
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What is the population of Svolvær?
Svolvær has a population of 4,720 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 5,021 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Svolvær?
Svolvær has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches, with 22.6 inches of snow.