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Vikersund, Norway
Buskerud · Norway
Vikersund is a small town in Buskerud, Norway with a population of 3,232. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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About Vikersund
Vikersund is a town of 3,232 inhabitants in the municipality capital of Modum, in the county of Buskerud, Norway.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,232 |
| Population Density | 3,078 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.9684°, 9.9911° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Buskerud |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.7 inches (780 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.6 inches (27 cm) |
About Vikersund
Vikersund is a small town in Norway (Buskerud) with a population of 3,232. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,078/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.9684°N, 9.9911°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1966 | EASTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | — | 55 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in |
Vikersund has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 22°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Vikersund
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buskerud videregående skole avd. Rosthaug | — | — | — | — |
| Buskerud videregående skole | — | — | — | — |
| Søndre Modum ungdomsskole | — | — | — | — |
| Stalsberg skole | — | — | — | — |
| Enger skole | — | — | — | — |
| Buskerud skole | — | — | — | — |
| Skolen Ved Modum Bad | — | — | — | — |
| Ung Invest AIB, Midtfylket | — | — | — | — |
| Sysle skole | — | — | — | — |
| Vikersund skole | — | — | — | — |
| Nordre Modum ungdomsskole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vikersund
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Buskerud | music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Vikersund
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austad gård | ||||
| Drammens museum | ||||
| Eiker Arkiv | ||||
| Fossesholm herregård | ||||
| Friluftsmuseet | ||||
| Friluftsmuseet | ||||
| Gulden kunstverk | ||||
| Gulskogen gård | ||||
| Halling og Krødsheradtunet | ||||
| Knutsensmia | ||||
| Konnerudgruvene | ||||
| Krøderbanen | ||||
| Krøderbanen | ||||
| Langedragsetra | ||||
| Nøstetangen norsk glassmuseum | ||||
| Numedalstunet Friluftsmuseet | ||||
| Portåsen | ||||
| Sjøboden | ||||
| Veien Kulturminnepark |
Libraries in Vikersund
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drammen bibliotek, Fjell filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Drammensbiblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Krødsherad bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Midt-Buskerud bibliotek Åmot | 0.0 | |||||
| Midt-Buskerud bibliotek Modum | 0.0 | |||||
| Mjøndalen Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Øvre Eiker bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Øvre Eiker bibliotek, Skotselv filial | 0.0 |
Hotels in Vikersund
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vikersund
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vikersund
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Vikersund
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Vikersund
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Vikersund
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vikersund
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vikersund
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Vikersund
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Vikersund
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Vikersund
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aass bryggeri | ||||
| Eiker ølfabrikk | ||||
| Haandbryggeriet AS |
Stadiums & Teams in Vikersund
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Vikersund
23 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jardarkollen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Turufjell Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Lygna skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ringerudsetra skitrekk | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Norefjell | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ringkollen hoppanlegg | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ringkollen skistadion | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ringkollen alpinbakke | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Skimore Oslo | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Modum skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Holmenkollen National Ski Arena | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Martabakken | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Siljan skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fagerfjell Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fagerfjell skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Løvaasjordet | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Høvikbakken | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gjerpenkollen hoppbakke | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Stillerud akebakke | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hannibalbakken | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Montebello ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Høgås alpinsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Breimyrbakkene | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Vikersund
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Askestad Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bøverbru Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hokksund Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hønefoss Airfield, Eggemoen | — | Small Airport |
| Jarlsberg Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lier Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Reinsvoll Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ruteig Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vikersund
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Åmot post i butikk | |
| Geithus post i butikk | |
| Vikersund post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vikersund
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Åmot kirke | |
| Heggen kirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Olavskirken | |
| Rud kirke | |
| Snarum kirke | |
| Vestre Spone kirke | |
| Vikersund 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 Vikersund?
Vikersund has a population of 3,232 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,078 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vikersund?
Vikersund has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.