Beach near Haugesund, Norway

Haugesund Travel Guide

Norway

Haugesund is a Norwegian coastal city with a population of 40,321, located on the country’s west coast. Its position by the sea gives it a clear connection to the surrounding coastline and nearby beach areas.

Most air travellers arrive through Haugesund Airport, which serves the city. For a seaside outing, Åkrehamn beach is 10.6 kilometres from Haugesund, making it the named beach closest to the city.

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Local time

40,321

Population

580 miles away

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Weather in Haugesund

Wed

12°

Thu

12°

Fri

10°

Know before you go

Pays in NOK

Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 112

Dial code +47

Tipping: Tipping isn't as widespread or expected in Norway as it is in some other countries. Service charges are usually included in the bill, and staff are paid a fair wage. However, it's appreciated for exceptional service.

Best time to visit Haugesund

Jan

4°21

Feb

6°19

Mar

7°17

Apr

10°14

May

15°11

Jun

16°15

Jul

18°18

Aug

17°21

Sep

16°18

Oct

11°19

Nov

7°19

Dec

6°21

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Beaches near Haugesund

  • Åkrehamn beach

    Åkrehamn beach

    10.6 km away

Things to do in Haugesund

  1. Avaldsnes

    museum

    4.5 km

  2. Torvastad Church

    christian place of worship

    4 km

  3. Nordvegen Historiesenter

    history museum

    4.5 km

  4. Avaldsnes Sokn

    religious organization

    3.8 km

  5. Historiske Avaldsnes

    historic site

    4.5 km

  6. Håvikhallen

    stadium arena

    5 km

  7. Stakkslettå Kalstø

    historic site

    1.5 km

  8. Vigsnes Grubemuseum

    historic site

    1.3 km

Getting there

Haugesund Airport · 0 km

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