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Vinstra, Norway
Innlandet · Norway
Vinstra is a small town in Innlandet, Norway with a population of 2,678. Elevation: 1,312 ft (400 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
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About Vinstra
Vinstra is a town in Nord-Fron Municipality in Innlandet county, Norway. The town is the administrative centre of the municipality. The town is located in the Gudbrandsdalen valley, at the confluence of the Gudbrandsdalslågen river and the Vinstra river. The 3.13-square-kilometre (770-acre) town has a population (2024) of 2,674 and a population density of 854 inhabitants per square kilometre (2,210/sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 2,678 |
| Population Density | 2,391 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.5950°, 9.7513° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Innlandet |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.4 inches (570 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.7 inches (25 cm) |
About Vinstra
Vinstra is a small town in Norway (Innlandet) with a population of 2,678. The city sits at an elevation of 1,312 feet (400 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.2°F |
| 35% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,391/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.5950°N, 9.7513°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 62.3 m (204 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 144 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | — | 116 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-8°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 35°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.3 in |
Vinstra has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 19°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.9").
Schools in Vinstra
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nord-Fron kommune Voksenopplæringen | — | — | — | — |
| Vinstra vidaregåande skule | — | — | — | — |
| Vinstra ungdomsskole | — | — | — | — |
| Sødorp skole | — | — | — | — |
| Barhaug skole | — | — | — | — |
| Fron bygdatun | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vinstra
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Vinstra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dale-Gudbrands gard | ||||
| Gudbrandsdal Krigsminnesamling | ||||
| Otta bergverkssenter | ||||
| Solbraa setermuseum |
Libraries in Vinstra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nord-Fron bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sel bibliotek, Otta | 0.0 | |||||
| Sør-Fron bibliotek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vinstra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torg | |||||
| Torg |
Hotels in Vinstra
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vinstra
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vinstra
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Vinstra
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Vinstra
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Vinstra
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Vinstra
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Vinstra
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Vinstra
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Vinstra
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vinstra
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vinstra
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Vinstra
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Vinstra
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Vinstra
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valdres Alpinsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gamlestølen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Skeikampen Alpinsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kvitfjell | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gålå Alpinsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fefor Høifjellshotell Skibakke & Løyper | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fjellsyn Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Vinstra
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blestergrende Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fagernes Airport, Leirin | — | Small Airport |
| Folldal Grimsmoe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hjerkinn flyplass | — | Small Airport |
| Ringebu Airfield Frya | — | Small Airport |
| Wadahl | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vinstra
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PostNord hentested | |
| Vinstra post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vinstra
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kvikne kirke | |
| Sødorp kapell | |
| Sødorp kirke |
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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 Vinstra?
Vinstra has a population of 2,678 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,391 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vinstra?
Vinstra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.