Vestbygd, Norway
Agder · Norway
Vestbygd is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 1,136. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Vestbygd
Vestbygd or Borhaug is a village in Farsund municipality in Agder county, Norway. The village is located on the southwestern shore of the Lista peninsula, about 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) straight west of the village of Vanse. The Farsund Airport, Lista is located on the east side of Vestbygd. The Lista Lighthouse lies just west of the village. The village has a small harbour, surrounded by a breakwater which protects it from the open North Sea. Vestbygda Chapel is located in the village. The fishing village once had a thriving boatbuilding business, but that is now closed.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,136 |
| Population Density | 3,246 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.0999°, 6.5870° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.8 inches (1,341 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.7 inches (22 cm) |
About Vestbygd
Vestbygd is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 1,136. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,246/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.0999°N, 6.5870°E |
| 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 | - | - | 68 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 6.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 5.5 in |
Vestbygd has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 34°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.9") and May the driest (2.6").
Schools in Vestbygd
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farsund voksenopplæring | - | - | - | - |
| Lister Opplæringssenter | - | - | - | - |
| Borhaug skole | - | - | - | - |
| Farsund voksenopplæring | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Vestbygd
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment No 9 | ||||
| Fedrenes Minne museum | ||||
| Flekkefjord museum | ||||
| Helleren | ||||
| Hervoll mølle | ||||
| Hetland skolemuseum | ||||
| Jøssingfjord Vitenmuseum | ||||
| Lista Museum | ||||
| Lista museum Friluftstunet | ||||
| Lista Naturmuseum | ||||
| Listeskøyta kystkultursenter | ||||
| Lokalhistorisk samling | ||||
| Nordberg Fort | ||||
| Østhasselstrand Redningsstasjon | ||||
| Visitor Centre Wetland Lista |
Libraries in Vestbygd
| 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 |
Hotels in Vestbygd
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vestbygd
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vestbygd
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Vestbygd
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vestbygd
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Vestbygd
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central bybryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Vestbygd
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bjørnestad Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Vestbygd
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lista Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vestbygd
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Langåker misjonshus | |
| Langeland bedehus | |
| Lista Metodistkirke | |
| Stave bedehus | |
| Vestbygda kapell |
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Shipwrecks Near Vestbygd
10 documented shipwrecks found near Vestbygd.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| German cruiser Leipzig | - | A Leipzig-class light cruiser that was scuttled with a cargo of gas munitions. |
| HMS Ardent | - | An Acasta-class destroyer sunk by the Imperial German Navy battleship SMS Westfalen in the Battle of Jutland. |
| HMS Defence | - | A Minotaur-class armoured cruiser that suffered a magazine explosion during the Battle of Jutland. The site is a protected place. |
| HMS Defence | - | A Minotaur-class armored cruiser sunk during the Battle of Jutland. |
| HMS Indefatigable | - | An Indefatigable-class battlecruiser sunk by the Imperial German Navy battlecruiser SMS Von der Tann in the Battle of Jutland. |
| HMS Invincible | - | An Invincible-class battlecruiser that was sunk in the Battle of Jutland. The site is a protected place. |
| HMS K1 | - | A K-class submarine that was scuttled after a collision with HMS Blonde. |
| SMS Frauenlob | - | A Gazelle-class light cruiser torpedoed by the Royal Navy light cruiser HMS Southampton during the Battle of Jutland. |
| SMS Lützow | - | A Derfflinger-class battlecruiser that was scuttled off Horns Reef after severe damage in the Battle of Jutland. |
| SMS Lützow | - | A Derfflinger-class battlecruiser sunk in the Battle of Jutland. |
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What is the population of Vestbygd?
Vestbygd has a population of 1,136 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,246 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vestbygd?
Vestbygd has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.8 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.
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