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Bürs
Buers overview.jpg
Coat of arms of Bürs
Coat of arms
Location in the district
Location in the district
Bürs is located in Austria
Bürs
Bürs
Location in Austria
Country Austria
State Vorarlberg
District Bludenz
Area
 • Total 24.65 km2 (9.52 sq mi)
Elevation
570 m (1,870 ft)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
6706
Area code 05552
Vehicle registration BZ
Website www.buers.at

Bürs is a lovely municipality located in the Bludenz District of Vorarlberg, a state in Austria. It's a place where about 3,000 people live, nestled in a beautiful part of the country.

Climate in Bürs

Bürs experiences a climate with warm summers and cold winters. In July, which is usually the warmest month, the average temperature is around 17.7°C (63.9°F). The coldest month is January, with an average temperature of about -2.1°C (28.2°F).

The area gets a good amount of rain, especially during the summer months. June and July are the wettest, with over 160 mm (6.3 inches) of precipitation. Snowfall is common in winter, with January and February seeing the most snow.

Population Growth

The number of people living in Bürs has changed a lot over the years. In 1869, there were only 753 residents. The population grew steadily, reaching over 1,300 by 1900.

After a slight dip in the early 1900s, the population started to grow again, especially after 1950. By 2001, Bürs had more than 3,100 residents. As of 2018, the population is still around 3,100 people, showing it's a stable and welcoming community.

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