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Weather & Climate in Sande, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sande has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 127 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 120.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 62.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 40.9°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 127 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.3251°N, 5.7977°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
72 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Jan 12, 2025 | 43 km WNW of Larsnes, Norway | M4.5 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Nov 7, 2017 | 20 km WSW of Manger, Norway | M4.0 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Jun 14, 1990 | 2 km E of Sandsli, Norway | M3.7 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Nov 13, 1995 | 56 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.6 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Dec 31, 1991 | 56 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 2001 | 91 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 145 km | 10 km |
| May 29, 1999 | 19 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Jan 19, 1990 | 22 km WSW of Måløy, Norway | M3.4 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Oct 31, 1996 | 86 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.3 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 1995 | 53 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.3 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Jun 28, 1992 | 35 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.2 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 1995 | 60 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.2 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2012 | 18 km SSW of Fedje, Norway | M3.2 | 103 km | 30 km |
| Jun 20, 1995 | 69 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.2 | 122 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 1992 | 28 km W of Hardbakke, Norway | M3.2 | 85 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1995 | 67 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.1 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Feb 27, 2004 | 55 km WNW of Hardbakke, Norway | M3.1 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Sep 6, 2002 | 86 km W of Florø, Norway | M3.1 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jan 23, 1991 | 58 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.1 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 1995 | 53 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.0 | 111 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
11 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 | — | 83 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 82 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 134 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 82 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | — | 83 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | — | 103 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | — | 33 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 42 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | — | 107 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 109 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | 17 | 128 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 13.3 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 10.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 9.9 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 5.0 in | Driest |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 6.0 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 13.9 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 13.4 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 13.4 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 14.9 in | Wettest |
Sande has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 30°F in February to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 120.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.9") and May the driest (5.0").