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Jølster

City in Vestland, Norway

Overview

Jølster is a charming lakeside region in Vestland, Norway, known for its spectacular scenery, traditional villages, and strong artistic heritage. Surrounded by mountains and rich with hiking opportunities, Jølster offers tranquility and a taste of authentic rural Norway.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Norway
County
Vestland
Population
Time Zone
Europe/Oslo
Coordinates
61.57°, 6.48°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
95
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,240
Local Cost
$1,630
Local Income
$2,900
Cashless
90
English
75
Temperature
1.8°C
Summer Avg
11.2°C
Winter Avg
-6.0°C
Record High
27.7°C
Record Low
-29.9°C
Humidity
89%
Precipitation
2377 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
11
Walk Score
11
Footways
21.0
Airport
SDN
Distance
35 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 65/100.

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