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Svortland, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Svortland is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 2,932. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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About Svortland
Svortland is the administrative centre of Bømlo Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. The village is located in the north-central part of the island of Bømlo, about 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) west of the village of Rubbestadneset. The village surrounds the lake Storavatnet. The Norwegian County Road 542 runs through the village.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,932 |
| Population Density | 3,222 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.7928°, 5.1723° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.1 inches (2,035 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.7 inches (14 cm) |
About Svortland
Svortland is a small town in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 2,932. 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 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 191 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,222/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.7928°N, 5.1723°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 | — | 117 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 117 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 7.6 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 9.6 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 9.4 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
Svortland has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 35°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 80.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.7") and April the driest (3.7").
Schools in Svortland
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bømlo vidaregåande skule | — | — | — | — |
| Svortland skule | — | — | — | — |
| Meling skule | — | — | — | — |
| Gilje skule | — | — | — | — |
| Bremnes ungdomsskule | — | — | — | — |
| Bømlo folkehøgskule | — | — | — | — |
| Våge skule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Svortland
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 Svortland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Årskog museum | ||||
| Baadehuset | ||||
| Espevær hummerpark | ||||
| Fridtun, 1845 | ||||
| Gruvemuseet på Litlabø | ||||
| Kulleseid Telegrafstation | ||||
| Vorlandssaga |
Libraries in Svortland
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austevoll folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bømlo folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bømlo folkebibliotek, Bømlo filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Bømlo folkebibliotek, Finnås filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Bømlo folkebibliotek, Svortland | 0.0 | |||||
| Fitjar folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stord folkebibliotek, Litlabø filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Sveio folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Svortland
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Svortland
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Svortland
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Svortland
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Svortland
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Svortland
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Svortland
4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Svortland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| En Liten Øl AS |
Stadiums & Teams in Svortland
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Svortland
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bygdastølen skiskytterstadion | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gullbotn | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Svortland
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bergen Airport, Flesland | BGO | Large Airport |
| Haugesund Airport, Karmøy | HAU | Medium Airport |
| Stord Airport, Sørstokken | SRP | Medium Airport |
| Os Vaksinen Ulven Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Svortland
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bremnes post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Svortland
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bremnes kyrkje | |
| Finnås bedehus |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Svortland?
Svortland has a population of 2,932 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,222 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Svortland?
Svortland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.1 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.