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Kvalsund
City in Finnmark, Norway
Overview
Kvalsund is a small, picturesque village in far northern Norway, set between vast fjords and tundra landscapes. Known for its tranquil atmosphere, it offers natural scenery, rich Sami culture, and easy access to the Arctic wilderness. The town's tight-knit community and peaceful pace make it ideal for travelers seeking escape from urban crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Norway
County
Finnmark
Population
597
Time Zone
Europe/Oslo
Coordinates
70.50°, 23.97°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
93
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
95
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$1,985
Local Cost
$1,340
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
95
English
85
Temperature
1.3°C
Summer Avg
9.5°C
Winter Avg
-5.6°C
Record High
24.3°C
Record Low
-22.2°C
Humidity
90%
Precipitation
986 mm
Internet Speed
294 Mbps
Upload
372 Mbps
Latency
4 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
10
Walk Score
10
Footways
19.0
Airport
HFT
Distance
23 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 68/100.
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