Dalen, Norway
Telemark · Norway
Dalen is a small town in Telemark, Norway with a population of 572. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 572 |
| Population Density | 2,200 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.4450°, 8.0049° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Telemark |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.1 inches (891 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.8 inches (35 cm) |
About Dalen
Dalen is a small town in Norway (Telemark) with a population of 572. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.9°F |
| 28% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,200/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.4450°N, 8.0049°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1966 | EASTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 149 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 89 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 89 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.8 in |
Dalen has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 24°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (1.7").
Schools in Dalen
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vest-Telemark vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Tokke skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dalen
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Dalen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Åmdals Verk gruver | ||||
| Grimdalstunet | ||||
| Øyfjell bygdemuseum | ||||
| Skinnarlandsamlinga | ||||
| Vest-Telemark museum, Eidsborg | ||||
| Vinje biletgalleri | ||||
| Vinjestoga |
Libraries in Dalen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tokke bibliotek, Dalen | 0.0 | |||||
| Tokke folkebibliotek, Høydalsmo avdeling | 0.0 | |||||
| Vinje folkebibliotek, Åmot | 0.0 | |||||
| Vinje folkebibliotek, Rauland avdeling | 0.0 |
Hotels in Dalen
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dalen
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dalen
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dalen
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Dalen
10 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ljosland skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bortelid Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Vrådal Panorama | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hallbjønnsekken skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Morgedal | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hovden Alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Rauland skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Raulandsfjell alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Rauland skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Rauland skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Dalen
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fyresdal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ose Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Valle Airfield Åraksøyne | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dalen
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dalen post i butikk | |
| Høydalsmo post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dalen
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eidsborg stavkyrkje | |
| Mo kyrkje | |
| Skafså kyrkje |
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Waterfalls Near Dalen
7 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Dalen.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Åsfoss | |
| Åsfoss | |
| Hunsfoss | |
| Kvålofossen | |
| Nedrebøfossen | |
| Osen | |
| Vesle-Rjukan |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Dalen
What is the population of Dalen?
Dalen has a population of 572 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,200 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dalen?
Dalen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches, with 13.8 inches of snow.
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