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Voss, Norway
Vestland · Norway
Voss is a small city in Vestland, Norway with a population of 5,571. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 5,571 |
| Population Density | 3,618 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.6287°, 6.4147° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestland |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.5 inches (2,020 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 44.3 inches (112 cm) |
About Voss
Voss is a small city in Norway (Vestland) with a population of 5,571. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.9°F |
| 30% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,618/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.6287°N, 6.4147°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 74.0 m (243 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 74.0 m | - | 138 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 140 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 140 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 138 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 97 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 88 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 8.9 in | |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 9.0 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
Voss has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 25°F in February to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 79.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.0") and May the driest (3.1").
Colleges & Universities in Voss
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ole Bull Akademiet | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Voss
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulken skule | - | - | - | - |
| Vangen skule | - | - | - | - |
| Voss folkehøgskule | - | - | - | - |
| Voss vaksenopplæring | - | - | - | - |
| Voss gymnas | - | - | - | - |
| Voss ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Gullfjordungen skule | - | - | - | - |
| Gjernes skule | - | - | - | - |
| Voss vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Palmafossen skule | - | - | - | - |
| Kaland skole | - | - | - | - |
| Bjørgum skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Voss
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Voss
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardanger Akvasenter | ||||
| Hardanger Folk Museum | ||||
| Hardanger Folkemuseum | ||||
| Ingebrigt Vik museum | ||||
| Kunstnerhuset Messen | ||||
| Kvam bygdemuseum, Storeteigen | ||||
| Mølstertunet | ||||
| Nesheimstunet | ||||
| Voss folkemuseum |
Libraries in Voss
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kvam bibliotek, Ålvik filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Ullensvang bibliotek, Utne bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Utne bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Voss bibliotek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Voss
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torget |
Hotels in Voss
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Voss
15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Voss
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Voss
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Voss
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Voss
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Voss
7 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Voss
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Voss
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Voss
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Voss
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Voss
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Voss
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Voss
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Voss
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Voss
11 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FONNA Glacier Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bygdastølen skiskytterstadion | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Furedalen alpin | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Aktiven skiheis | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Eikedalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Haugsåsen (Granvin Alpin) | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tunåsen hoppanlegg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alphapark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Voss Resort Fjellheisar | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Myrkdalen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sogndal skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Voss
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bømoen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sogndal Airport, Haukåsen | SOG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Voss
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Palmafossen post i butikk | |
| Skulestadmo post i butikk | |
| Voss post i butikk |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Voss
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Nærøyfjorden |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Voss
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| St. Olav Kapell | |
| Vangskyrkja |
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Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Voss
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Voss
What is the population of Voss?
Voss has a population of 5,571 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,618 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Voss?
Voss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.5 inches, with 44.3 inches of snow.