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Vedavågen, Norway
Rogaland · Norway
Vedavågen is a small town in Rogaland, Norway with a population of 2,728. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 2,728 |
| Population Density | 2,842 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.2948°, 5.2187° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Rogaland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.6 inches (1,540 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.1 inches (10 cm) |
About Vedavågen
Vedavågen is a small town in Norway (Rogaland) with a population of 2,728. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 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 60.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Vedavågen
Vedavågen 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 | 45.6°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,842/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.2948°N, 5.2187°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 | — | 85 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 85 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | — | — | 89 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 6.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 6.7 in |
Vedavågen has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 35°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.5") and April the driest (2.8").
Schools in Vedavågen
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veavågen skole | — | — | — | — |
| Kvalavåg montessoriskole | — | — | — | — |
| Danielsen ungdomsskole Karmøy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vedavågen
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 Vedavågen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquebus krigshistorisk museum | ||||
| Bokn bygdemuseum | ||||
| Derikhuset | ||||
| Dokken friluftsmuseum | ||||
| Hiltahuset | ||||
| Hummermuseet | ||||
| Karmøy Fiskerimuseum | ||||
| Karmsund folkemuseum | ||||
| Mælandsgården | ||||
| Museumsgården Ørpetveit | ||||
| Nordvegen Historiesenter | ||||
| Røvær Havbrukssenter | ||||
| Røykstova på Laupland | ||||
| Solhålå | ||||
| Stiftelsen Haugesjøen | ||||
| Tonjer fyr | ||||
| Visnes Gruvemuseum |
Libraries in Vedavågen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haugesund folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Åkrehamn filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Norheim filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Skudesneshavn filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Kvitsøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sveio folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tysvær bibliotek | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Vedavågen
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vedavågen
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Vedavågen
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Vedavågen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salamander bryggeri | ||||
| Skudenes Bryggeri |
Airports Near Vedavågen
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 Vedavågen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Vedavågen post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vedavågen
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Veavågen kirke |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Vedavågen
What is the population of Vedavågen?
Vedavågen has a population of 2,728 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,842 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vedavågen?
Vedavågen 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 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.