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Alta, Norway
Finnmark · Norway
Alta is a small city in Finnmark, Norway with a population of 15,094. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 33°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 15,094 |
| Population Density | 4,205 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Coordinates | 69.9689°, 23.2717° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Finnmark |
| Average Temperature | 33°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.1 inches (434 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.9 inches (23 cm) |
About Alta
Alta is a small city in Norway (Finnmark) with a population of 15,094. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 33°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Alta
Alta has an average annual temperature of -0.4°C (31°F). The hottest month is Jul (11.8°C), the coldest is Dec (-9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1038 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 33.1°F |
| 39% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,205/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 69.9689°N, 23.2717°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1959 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | 9 | 92 km |
| 2015 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 92 km |
| 1810 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 14 | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 33°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.4 in |
Alta has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 15°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.1") and April the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Alta
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UiT Arctic University of Norway, campus Alta | University | - | , |
Schools in Alta
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lom kompetansesenter | - | - | - | - |
| Oterfaret barnehage | - | - | - | - |
| Saga skole | - | - | - | - |
| Aronnes barnehage | - | - | - | - |
| Alta folkehøgskole | - | - | - | - |
| Kaiskuru skole | - | - | - | - |
| Sentrum barnehage | - | - | - | - |
| Elvebakken skole | - | - | - | - |
| Aronnes skole | - | - | - | - |
| Komsa skole | - | - | - | - |
| Gakori skole | - | - | - | - |
| Haldde montessoriskole | - | - | - | - |
| Rafsbotn skole | - | - | - | - |
| Øvre Alta skole | - | - | - | - |
| Alta videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Alta kristne grunnskole | - | - | - | - |
| Alta ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Bossekop skole | - | - | - | - |
| Sandfallet ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Breidablikk barnehage | - | - | - | - |
| Guovddás Mánáidgárdi | - | - | - | - |
| Tverrelvdalen skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alta
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Alta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Museum World Heritage Rock Art Centre |
Libraries in Alta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Alta
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alta
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alta
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Alta
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Alta
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Alta
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Alta
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alta
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alta
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Alta
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Alta
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Alta
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Alta
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olavsbakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Alta Idrettsforening hoppbakker K75, K60, K42, K25, K10 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Akebakken i Komsa | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Alta
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Airport | ALF | Medium Airport |
| Hammerfest Airport | HFT | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Alta
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Alta Øst post i butikk | |
| Alta post i butikk | |
| Bossekop post i butikk | |
| Elvebakken post i butikk |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Alta
3 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Art of Alta | Cultural | 1985 |
| Struve Geodetic Arc | ||
| The Rock Art of Alta |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alta
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alta bedehus | |
| Alta frikirke | |
| Alta kirke | |
| Bedehus | |
| Betesda Tverrelvdalen | |
| Elvebakken bedehus | |
| Elvebakken kirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Livets Hus | |
| St. Josefs kapell | |
| St. Josefs kirke | |
| Transfarelv bedehus |
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Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Alta
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Alta
What is the population of Alta?
Alta has a population of 15,094 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,205 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alta?
Alta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.1 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.