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Vanse, Norway
Agder · Norway
Vanse is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 2,016. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vanse
Vanse is a village in Farsund municipality in Agder county, Norway. The village is located about 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) west of the town of Farsund and about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) east of the village of Vestbygd. The Farsund Airport, Lista is located just west of Vanse. The village was the administrative centre of the old municipality of Lista from 1838 until its dissolution in 1965. The old municipality was known as Vanse from 1838 until 1911.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,016 |
| Population Density | 2,762 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.0981°, 6.6918° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.2 inches (1,581 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.8 inches (28 cm) |
About Vanse
Vanse is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 2,016. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 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 62.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.3°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,762/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.0981°N, 6.6918°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 | - | 106 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 106 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 70 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 7.8 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 6.8 in |
Vanse has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 33°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.0") and May the driest (2.9").
Schools in Vanse
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lista ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Eilert Sundt videregående skole, Lista | - | - | - | - |
| Vanse skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Vanse
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Vanse
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment No 9 | ||||
| Fedrenes Minne museum | ||||
| Flekkefjord museum | ||||
| Hervoll mølle | ||||
| Hetland skolemuseum | ||||
| Lista Museum | ||||
| Lista museum Friluftstunet | ||||
| Lista Naturmuseum | ||||
| Listeskøyta kystkultursenter | ||||
| Lokalhistorisk samling | ||||
| Nordberg Fort | ||||
| Østhasselstrand Redningsstasjon | ||||
| Øye mølle | ||||
| Visitor Centre Wetland Lista |
Libraries in Vanse
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farsund bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Farsund bibliotek, avd. Borhaug | 0.0 | |||||
| Flekkefjord bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Flekkefjord bibliotek, Bakke filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Flekkefjord bibliotek, Hidra filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Kvinesdal bibliotek, Feda filial | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Vanse
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vanse
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Vanse
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Vanse
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vanse
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Vanse
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Vanse
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central bybryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Vanse
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bjørnestad Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ljosland skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Vanse
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lista Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vanse
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Vanse post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vanse
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Betel bedehus | |
| Gullsmedbakk bedehus | |
| Sigersvoll bedehus | |
| Vanse kirke | |
| Zion |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Vanse
What is the population of Vanse?
Vanse has a population of 2,016 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,762 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vanse?
Vanse 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 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.2 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow.