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Arendal, Norway
Agder · Norway
Arendal is a mid-size city in Agder, Norway with a population of 30,916. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 30,916 |
| Population Density | 186 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.4615°, 8.7725° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.9 inches (1,038 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.5 inches (32 cm) |
About Arendal
Arendal is a mid-size city in Norway (Agder) with a population of 30,916. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Arendal
Arendal has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Feb (1.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 933 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 166.6 sq mi (431.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 186/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.4615°N, 8.7725°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 139 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.5 in |
Arendal has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 29°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.4") and April the driest (1.9").
Colleges & Universities in Arendal
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universitetet i Agder | University | - | , |
Schools in Arendal
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandnes skole | - | - | - | - |
| Sam Eyde videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Steinerskolen i Arendal | - | - | - | - |
| Stinta skole barne- og ungdomstrinnet | - | - | - | - |
| Eydehavn skole | - | - | - | - |
| Birkenlund skole | - | - | - | - |
| Arendal International School (Ais) | - | - | - | - |
| Nesheim skole | - | - | - | - |
| Roligheden skole, Barne-/Ungdomstrinnet | - | - | - | - |
| Hisøy skole, 1-10 skolen | - | - | - | - |
| Stuenes skole, barne- og ungdomstrinn | - | - | - | - |
| Arendal voksenopplæring | - | - | - | - |
| Strømmen oppvekstsenter | - | - | - | - |
| Myra skole | - | - | - | - |
| Moltemyr skole | - | - | - | - |
| Arendal videregående skole, Barbu | - | - | - | - |
| St. Franciskus skole | - | - | - | - |
| Arendal videregående skole, Tyholmen | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Arendal
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Arendal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelstad gård (Østre Angelstad) | ||||
| Bomsholmen Fløtingsmuseum | ||||
| By- og sjøfartsmuseet | ||||
| Engehavehuset | ||||
| Eydehavnmuseet | ||||
| Frolands Verk Kultursenter | ||||
| Grimstad sykkelmuseum | ||||
| Hesthaghuset | ||||
| Holt skolemuseum | ||||
| Ibsen-museet | ||||
| Kastellet kultursenter | ||||
| Kløckers Hus - Arendal Bymuseum | ||||
| Klokkebua | ||||
| KUBEN | ||||
| Kunstarena Torbjørnsbu Gruver | ||||
| Langsæ gård | ||||
| Merdøgaard skjærgårdsmuseum | ||||
| Næs Jernverksmuseum | ||||
| Norsk Hagebruksmuseum | ||||
| Sjøfartsmuseet i Aust-Agder | ||||
| Solberggruva | ||||
| Tvedestrand museum - Forvaltergården | ||||
| Vitensenteret Sørlandet |
Libraries in Arendal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arendal bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Froland bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Grimstad bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Grimstad bibliotek, Fevik filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Tvedestrand folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tvedestrand folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Arendal
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Arendal
34 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Arendal
30 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Arendal
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Arendal
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Arendal
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Arendal
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Arendal
11 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Arendal
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Arendal
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Arendal
19 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Arendal
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Arendal
6 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Arendal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arendals Bryggeri | ||||
| Nøgne Ø |
Ski Resorts Near Arendal
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tveit skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Vegårshei skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gautefall skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Arendal
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kristiansand Airport | KRS | Large Airport |
| Arendal Airfield, Gullknapp | - | Small Airport |
| Fyresdal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Arendal
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Arendal post i butikk | |
| Birkenlund post i butikk | |
| Eydehavn post i butikk | |
| His post i butikk | |
| Krøgenes post i butikk | |
| Stoa post i butikk | |
| Torsbudalen post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Arendal
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Arendal Baptistmenighet | |
| Arendal kapell | |
| Arendal misjonskirke | |
| Austre Moland kirke | |
| Barbu kirke | |
| Betania Arendal | |
| Bjorbekk kirke | |
| Den evangelisk lutherske frikirke | |
| Færvik kirke | |
| Fredly bedehus | |
| Hisøy kirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Kongshamn kapell | |
| Metodistkirken i Arendal | |
| Revesand Bedehus | |
| Revesand bedehus | |
| St. Franciskus Xaverius kirke | |
| Stokken kirke | |
| Trefoldighet kirke | |
| Tromøy kirke |
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What is the population of Arendal?
Arendal has a population of 30,916 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 186 people per square mile, spread across 166.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arendal?
Arendal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches, with 12.5 inches of snow.