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Gjerstad, Norway
Agder · Norway
Gjerstad is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 289. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 289 |
| Population Density | 2,223 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.8808°, 9.0186° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.3 inches (1,151 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.4 inches (47 cm) |
About Gjerstad
Gjerstad is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 289. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,223/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.8808°N, 9.0186°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | - | 122 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 138 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.4 in |
Gjerstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 27°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Gjerstad
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abel skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gjerstad
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gjerstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AbelSenteret i Gjerstad | ||||
| Angelstad gård (Østre Angelstad) | ||||
| HV-brakka | ||||
| Lyngørfjorden kystkultursenter | ||||
| Risør Kystkultursenter | ||||
| Risør Museum | ||||
| Sannidal bygdetun | ||||
| Sputnik-museet | ||||
| Vegårshei bygdetun |
Libraries in Gjerstad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drangedal bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Gjerstad folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Risør bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Risør bibliotek, Søndeled filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Vegårshei folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Gjerstad
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gjerstad
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Gjerstad
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gjerstad
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gjerstad
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gjerstad
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gjerstad
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Gjerstad
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vegårshei skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gautefall skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Siljan skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Vrådal Panorama | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Lifjell Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Morgedal | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Storeskar skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Gjerstad
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Notodden Airport | NTB | Medium Airport |
| Skien Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Arendal Airfield, Gullknapp | - | Small Airport |
| Lunde Nome Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gjerstad
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Brokelandsheia post i butikk | |
| Gjerstad post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gjerstad
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gjerstad frikirke | |
| Gjerstad kirke | |
| Kroken kyrkje |
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Public Holidays in Norway
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What is the population of Gjerstad?
Gjerstad has a population of 289 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,223 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gjerstad?
Gjerstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.