All Countries
Vestbygd, Norway
Agder · Norway
Vestbygd is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 1,123. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Discover Vestbygd, Norway
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
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 | 1,123 |
| Population Density | 3,209 / 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 1,123. 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) |
| Sunny Days | 240 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,209/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.0999°N, 6.5870°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 | — | — | 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 (NCES 2022-23 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 |
Explore Near Vestbygd
Quick Facts
🇳🇴 About Norway
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Vestbygd.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Vestbygd
What is the population of Vestbygd?
Vestbygd has a population of 1,123 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,209 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. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.8 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.