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Visnes, Norway
Rogaland · Norway
Visnes is a small town in Rogaland, Norway with a population of 609. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 609 |
| Population Density | 3,045 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.3566°, 5.2381° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Rogaland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.2 inches (1,809 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.9 inches (12 cm) |
About Visnes
Visnes is a small town in Norway (Rogaland) with a population of 609. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Visnes
Visnes has an average annual temperature of 8.5°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.4°C), the coldest is Feb (2.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1260 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,045/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.3566°N, 5.2381°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 | - | 87 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 87 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 93 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 6.8 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 8.4 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 8.3 in |
Visnes has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 35°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 71.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and April the driest (3.2").
Schools in Visnes
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hauge videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Bø ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Visnes
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Rogaland | - | AAC+ 158 kbps | |
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet MP3) | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio102 | local, local music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Northern Star | classic rock, norway | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NRK P1 Sogn og Fjordane (Høy kvalitet AAC) | - | AAC+ 159 kbps | |
| Radio Kos | - | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Visnes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquebus krigshistorisk museum | ||||
| Baadehuset | ||||
| Bokn bygdemuseum | ||||
| Derikhuset | ||||
| Dokken friluftsmuseum | ||||
| Espevær hummerpark | ||||
| Fridtun, 1845 | ||||
| Hiltahuset | ||||
| Karmøy Fiskerimuseum | ||||
| Karmsund folkemuseum | ||||
| Mælandsgården | ||||
| Museumsgården Ørpetveit | ||||
| Nordvegen Historiesenter | ||||
| Røvær Havbrukssenter | ||||
| Røykstova på Laupland | ||||
| Solhålå | ||||
| Stiftelsen Haugesjøen | ||||
| Tonjer fyr | ||||
| Visnes Gruvemuseum |
Libraries in Visnes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bømlo folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bømlo folkebibliotek, Bømlo filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Haugesund folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Åkrehamn filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Norheim filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Karmøy folkebibliotek, Skudesneshavn filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Sveio folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tysvær bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Visnes
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Visnes
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Visnes
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Visnes
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Visnes
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Visnes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salamander bryggeri | ||||
| Skudenes Bryggeri |
Airports Near Visnes
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Stavanger Airport, Sola | SVG | Large Airport |
| Haugesund Airport, Karmøy | HAU | Medium Airport |
| Stord Airport, Sørstokken | SRP | Medium Airport |
| Jæren Mikroflyklubb Field | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Visnes
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Avaldsnes post i butikk | |
| Feøy post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Visnes
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Torvastad kirke |
Quick Facts
🇳🇴 About Norway
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Visnes
What is the population of Visnes?
Visnes has a population of 609 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,045 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Visnes?
Visnes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.2 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow.