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Tysvær, Norway
Rogaland · Norway
Tysvær is a small town in Rogaland, Norway with a population of 1,077. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tysvær
Tysvær is a municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. It is part of the Haugalandet region. The municipality is located on the Haugalandet peninsula on the northern side of the Boknafjorden, just east of the towns of Kopervik and Haugesund. The administrative centre of the municipality is the village of Aksdal. Other villages in the municipality include Dueland, Førre, Grinde, Hervik, Hindaråvåg, Nedstrand, Skjoldastraumen, Susort, Tysvær, and Yrkje.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,077 |
| Population Density | 2,762 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.3320°, 5.4898° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Rogaland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.1 inches (1,653 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
About Tysvær
Tysvær is a small town in Norway (Rogaland) with a population of 1,077. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Tysvær
Tysvær has an average annual temperature of 8.5°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.4°C), the coldest is Feb (2.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1260 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 218 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,762/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.3320°N, 5.4898°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 | - | 73 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 73 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 84 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 6.0 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 7.4 in |
Tysvær has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 35°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.0") and April the driest (3.0").
Schools in Tysvær
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tysværvåg barne- og ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Sætre Gard | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tysvær
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Rogaland | - | AAC+ 158 kbps | |
| 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 Tysvær
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquebus krigshistorisk museum | ||||
| Bakken husmannsplass | ||||
| BibMus Rennesøy | ||||
| Bokn bygdemuseum | ||||
| Cleng Peerson gård | ||||
| Derikhuset | ||||
| Dokken friluftsmuseum | ||||
| Fjøløy Fort | ||||
| Hesthammer skule | ||||
| Karmøy Fiskerimuseum | ||||
| Karmsund folkemuseum | ||||
| Kvekerhuset | ||||
| Mælandsgården | ||||
| Museumsgården Ørpetveit | ||||
| Nordvegen Historiesenter | ||||
| Røykstova på Laupland | ||||
| Slettebøsmia | ||||
| Stiftelsen Haugesjøen | ||||
| Tonjer fyr | ||||
| Utstein kloster |
Libraries in Tysvær
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haugesund folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Norheim filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Skudesneshavn filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Rennesøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sveio folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tysvær bibliotek | 0.0 |
Bus Stations in Tysvær
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tysvær
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Tysvær
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salamander bryggeri | ||||
| Skudenes Bryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Tysvær
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fjellhaugen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Tysvær
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tysvær
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Tysvær kyrkje |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tysvær
What is the population of Tysvær?
Tysvær has a population of 1,077 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,762 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tysvær?
Tysvær 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 58°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.1 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.