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Tau, Norway
Rogaland · Norway
Tau is a small town in Rogaland, Norway with a population of 3,212. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tau
Tau is a village in Strand Municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. The village is located on the shore of the Horgefjorden, a branch of the main Boknafjorden. Strand Church is located in the village.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,212 |
| Population Density | 3,965 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.0648°, 5.9225° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Rogaland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.5 inches (1,664 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.8 inches (27 cm) |
About Tau
Tau is a small town in Norway (Rogaland) with a population of 3,212. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,965/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.0648°N, 5.9225°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 | - | 41 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 41 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 46 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 5.9 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 7.8 in |
Tau has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 34°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.9") and May the driest (2.8").
Schools in Tau
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strand videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Tryggheim Strand | - | - | - | - |
| Tau ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Tau skole | - | - | - | - |
| Nordre Strand skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tau
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Rogaland | - | AAC+ 158 kbps |
Museums in Tau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakken husmannsplass | ||||
| Bedehuset Bethel | ||||
| BibMus Rennesøy | ||||
| Breidablikk | ||||
| Engøyholmen Kystkultursenter | ||||
| Finnøy bygdemuseum | ||||
| Fogdahuset | ||||
| Forsand bygdemuseum | ||||
| Jernaldergarden på Ullandhaug | ||||
| Jernaldergarden på Ullandhaug | ||||
| Krossens Havremølle | ||||
| Kverna i Frøylandsbekken | ||||
| Ledaal | ||||
| Misjonsmuseet | ||||
| Norsk grafisk museum | ||||
| Reidar Berge-museet | ||||
| Riska histore- og museumslag | ||||
| Sjøhuset i Bergevik | ||||
| Stavanger Art Museum | ||||
| Stavanger Maritime Museum | ||||
| Stavanger Museum | ||||
| The Museum of Archaeology | ||||
| The Norwegian Canning Museum | ||||
| The Norwegian Childrens Museum | ||||
| The Norwegian Petroleum Museum | ||||
| Vestlandske Skolemuseum | ||||
| Vigatunet | ||||
| Visitor Centre Wetland, Jæren | ||||
| Vitenfabrikken |
Libraries in Tau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finnøy Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Finnøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Rennesøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Riska bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Finnøy, avd. Sjernarøy | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Forsand | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Strand | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryfylkebiblioteket Strand, Tau filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandnes bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sølvberget Stavanger Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stavanger bibliotek og kulturhus, Madla bibliotekfilial | 0.0 | |||||
| Universitetsbibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Tau
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tau
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tau
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Tau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lervig Aktiebryggeri |
Stadiums & Teams in Tau
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Tau
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bjørnestad Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gullingen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sauda skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Tau
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 |
| Jæren Mikroflyklubb Field | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tau
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tau post i butikk |
Treatment Centers in Tau
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hundvåg Fysikalske Institutt |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tau
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Talgje kyrkje |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tau
What is the population of Tau?
Tau has a population of 3,212 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,965 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tau?
Tau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.5 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow.