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Vennesla, Norway
Agder · Norway
Vennesla is a small city in Agder, Norway with a population of 12,816. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 12,816 |
| Population Density | 5,548 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.2686°, 7.9731° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.0 inches (1,651 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.6 inches (60 cm) |
About Vennesla
Vennesla is a small city in Norway (Agder) with a population of 12,816. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Vennesla
Vennesla has an average annual temperature of 6.4°C (44°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1542 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.7°F |
| 19% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 218 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,548/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.2686°N, 7.9731°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 | - | 116 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 116 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 6.9 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 5.0 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 6.8 in |
Vennesla has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 30°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.0") and April the driest (2.9").
Schools in Vennesla
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vennesla videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Blå Kors videregående skole Øvrebø | - | - | - | - |
| Menighetsbibelskolen Vennesla | - | - | - | - |
| Oasen skole Vennesla | - | - | - | - |
| Moseidmoen skole | - | - | - | - |
| Vennesla skole | - | - | - | - |
| Vennesla ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Skarpengland skole | - | - | - | - |
| Kvarstein skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Vennesla
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| P11 Dance (MP3 192k) | p4, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| P11 Dance (AAC HQ) | p4, dance | AAC 192 kbps | |
| P11 Dance (MP3 128k) | p4, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 3,16 - hele Norges kristne radiokanal | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Lyngdal | classic hits, hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Vennesla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bragdøya Kystkultursenter | ||||
| Bredalsholmen dokk og fartøyvernsenter | ||||
| Edvards Hus | ||||
| Gimle gård | ||||
| Hægeland bygdemuseum | ||||
| Historielagets Museum | ||||
| Høvåg Museum | ||||
| Iveland Kommunes Mineralsamling | ||||
| Iveland og Vegusdal Bygdemuseum | ||||
| Kanonmuseet | ||||
| Kristiansand museum | ||||
| Naturmuseum og botanisk hage Universitetet i Agder | ||||
| Odderøya Museumshavn | ||||
| Porsmyr bygdetun | ||||
| Setesdalsbanen - Grovane stasjon | ||||
| Setesdalsbanen - Røyknes stasjon | ||||
| Søgne gamle prestegård | ||||
| Stiftelsen Arkivet | ||||
| Vennesla skole- og bygdemuseum |
Libraries in Vennesla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iveland folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kristiansand folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kristiansand folkebibliotek, Flekkerøy bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kristiansand folkebibliotek, Hellemyr bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kristiansand folkebibliotek, Vågsbygd bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Søgne bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Songdalen bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vennesla bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vennesla bibliotek, Hægeland filial | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Vennesla
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vennesla
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Vennesla
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Vennesla
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vennesla
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vennesla
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Vennesla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunsfos Bryggeri | ||||
| Qvart Ølkompani |
Stadiums & Teams in Vennesla
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Vennesla
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klappane hoppbakker | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tveit skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ljosland skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bortelid Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Vennesla
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kristiansand Airport | KRS | Large Airport |
| Arendal Airfield, Gullknapp | - | Small Airport |
| Evje Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ose Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vennesla
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Øvrebø post i butikk | |
| Vennesla post i butikk | |
| Vikeland post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vennesla
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Filadelfia Vennesla | |
| Grovane bedehus | |
| Vennesla gamle kirke | |
| Vennesla kirke | |
| Vennesla menighetssenter |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Vennesla?
Vennesla has a population of 12,816 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 5,548 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vennesla?
Vennesla has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.0 inches, with 23.6 inches of snow.