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Viðareiði, Faroe Islands
Norðoyar · Faroe Islands
Viðareiði is a small town in Norðoyar, Faroe Islands with a population of 354. Elevation: 404 ft (123 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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About Viðareiði
Viðareiði is the northernmost settlement in the Faroe Islands and lies on the Island of Viðoy, which belongs to the Norðoyar Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 354 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.3600°, -6.5313° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Faroe |
| Country | 🇫🇴 Faroe Islands |
| State / Province | Norðoyar |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.6 inches (1,209 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 54.2 inches (138 cm) |
About Viðareiði
Viðareiði is a small town in Faroe Islands (Norðoyar) with a population of 354. The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet (123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Faroe.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.4°F |
| 20% below Faroe Islands avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 132 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 13.7 sq mi (35.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.3600°N, 6.5313°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Faroe |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 12.1 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 9.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (4°C) | 11.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 10.4 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 12.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 12.2 in |
Viðareiði has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 38°F in February to 52°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 111.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.0") and June the driest (4.8").
Schools in Viðareiði
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viðareiðis Skúli | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Viðareiði
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FM1 88,7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rás 2 | faroe islands, rás 2 | MP3 | |
| KVF2 | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| KVF - Tingvarp | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 60 north radio | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Viðareiði
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bátasavn | ||||
| Blásastova | ||||
| Bygdasavnið Forni | ||||
| Depilsgarðurin | ||||
| Museum of North Islands | ||||
| Norðoya Motorsavn |
Hotels in Viðareiði
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Viðareiði
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vágar Airport | FAE | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Viðareiði
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Viðareiðis kirkja |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Faroe Islands
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Viðareiði?
Viðareiði has a population of 354 residents and is located in Faroe Islands. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 13.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Viðareiði?
Viðareiði has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 132 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 54.2 inches of snow.