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Geilo, Norway

Buskerud · Norway

Geilo is a small town in Buskerud, Norway with a population of 2,500. Elevation: 2,625 ft (800 m). Average temperature: 33°F (1°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,500 Population 2,000/sq mi density
2,625 ft Elevation 800 meters
33°F Avg Temperature 1°C
29.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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About Geilo

Geilo is a centre in the municipality of Hol in Buskerud county, Norway. Geilo is primarily a ski resort town, with around 2,500 inhabitants. It is situated in the valley of Hallingdal, 250 km from Oslo and 260 km from Bergen. The Bergen Line facilitated Geilo's development as the first skiing resort in the country, and it is still one of the largest. It is also known for having some of the most luxurious and expensive holiday cabins in Norway. The center of the town lies at 800 meters above sea level, and its highest point is 1178 meters above sea level.

People

Population2,500
Density2,000/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation2,625 ft (800 m)
Population2,500
Population Density2,000 / sq mi
Elevation2,625 ft (800 m)
Coordinates60.5337°, 8.2054°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceBuskerud
Average Temperature33°F (1°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation29.1 inches (739 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.9 inches (40 cm)

About Geilo

Geilo is a small town in Norway (Buskerud) with a population of 2,500. The city sits at an elevation of 2,625 feet (800 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 33°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Geilo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,625 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average33.0°F
39% below Norway avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,625 ft (800 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density2,000/sq mi
Coordinates60.5337°N, 8.2054°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.1"
23% below Norway avg
Snowfall 15.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.03"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.1 on Jun 29, 2004.

Aug 6, 1992 17 km NNE of Etne, Norway M3.7 143 km
Jun 29, 2004 17 km E of Hovden, Norway M3.1 113 km
Oct 28, 1991 5 km SSE of Rosendal, Norway M3.0 136 km
Feb 25, 1990 6 km WNW of Sauda, Norway M3.0 145 km
Aug 28, 1992 24 km NE of Sauda, Norway M2.7 118 km
Aug 1, 1994 30 km N of Noresund, Norway M2.7 80 km
Aug 22, 1994 21 km S of Reinsvoll, Norway M2.7 133 km
May 26, 1991 18 km NNE of Etne, Norway M2.6 143 km
Jun 26, 1992 9 km NE of Sauda, Norway M2.6 133 km
Jan 6, 1991 2 km ESE of Farnes, Norway M2.6 88 km
Oct 14, 1995 7 km ENE of Syfteland, Norway M2.5 148 km
Apr 11, 1992 14 km WSW of Rosendal, Norway M2.5 150 km
Feb 14, 1991 19 km NNE of Sauda, Norway M2.5 125 km
Oct 3, 1993 43 km E of Odda, Norway M2.5 72 km
Nov 25, 1992 45 km E of Farnes, Norway M2.5 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1983 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 7.0 m - 82 km
1994 WESTERN NORWAY Meteorological 4.0 m - 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.7 in
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.0 in
April 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Driest
May 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in
June 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
July 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
September 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
October 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 2.7 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 2.6 in

Geilo has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 17°F in January to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Geilo

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Geilo barne- og ungdomsskole - - - -
Norges Toppidrettsgymnas Geilo - - - -
Dagali og Skurdalen oppvekstsenter - - - -
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Radio Stations near Geilo

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Geilo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dagali museum
Dokken fjellgard
Hol bygdemuseum

Libraries in Geilo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hol folkebibliotek, Geilo0.0
Hol folkebibliotek, Holet bibliotekavdeling0.0
Hol folkebibliotek, Hovet bibliotekfilial0.0

Hotels in Geilo

11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bardøla Høyfjellshotell
Dagali Hotel
Dr. Holms Hotel
Geilo Apartment
Geilo Hotel
Haugastøl Turistsenter
Highland Lodge
Lia Fjellhotell
Ustaoset hotel
Ustedalen Hotell Geilo
Vestlia Hotel

Restaurants in Geilo

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Geilo Sushi
Golden House
Hallingstuene
Kikut Bistro
Peppes Pizza
Smakeriet

Cafes in Geilo

10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café Mocca
Cafe Presttun
Halstensgård Kafé
Havsdalskroa
Prestholtseter
Ro Kro
Ruperanden
Stugu
Taubanekroa
Vestreim

Dentists in Geilo

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Geilo tannklinikk
Munnviken

Train Stations in Geilo

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Geilo
Haugastøl
Ustaoset

Gas Stations in Geilo

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K Geilo
Esso Express Geilo
NO #12605134564
NO #886312900
Uno-X Geilo

Banks in Geilo

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Skue Sparebank Geilo
Sparebank 1 Hallingdal Valdres Geilo

Shopping Malls in Geilo

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Geiloporten

Ski Resorts Near Geilo

11 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gausta skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Uvdal alpinsenter (Senteret) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski Geilo 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Finse Skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hallingskarvet skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ål skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skarslia Ski- og Akesenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skagahøgdi skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hemsedal skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tyin-Filefjell 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Alpinsenteret i Raudalen 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Geilo

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geilo Airport Dagali-Small Airport

Post Offices in Geilo

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Geilo post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Geilo

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Geilo kulturkyrkje
Geilo kyrkje
Skurdalskyrkja

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Waterfalls
6
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Oslo

🇳🇴 About Norway

Capital Oslo
Population 5,314,336
Area 324,220 km²
GDP (USD) $482,949,731,777
GDP per capita $87,497
HDI 0.966
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 99.0%
Urban population 83.1%
Currency NOK (Krone)
Languages Norwegian Nynorsk, Norwegian Bokmål, Sami
Calling code +47
TLD .no
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Norway

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Første nyttårsdag
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Skjærtorsdag
Apr 3 Good Friday Langfredag
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Første påskedag
Apr 6 Easter Monday Andre påskedag
May 1 Labour Day Første mai
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi himmelfartsdag
May 17 Constitution Day Syttende mai
May 24 Pentecost Første pinsedag
May 25 Whit Monday Andre pinsedag
Dec 25 Christmas Day Første juledag
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Andre juledag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Geilo

What is the population of Geilo?

Geilo has a population of 2,500 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,000 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Geilo?

Geilo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches, with 15.9 inches of snow.

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