Gjerstad, Norway

Agder · Norway

Gjerstad is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 301. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

301 Population 2,315/sq mi density

256 ft Elevation 78 meters

43°F Avg Temperature 6°C

45.3 in Annual Rain

Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population301

Density2,315/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

Rain45.3 in/yr

Elevation256 ft (78 m)

Population	301
Population Density	2,315 / 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 301. 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.

Gjerstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	43.3°F
	20% below Norway avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation	256 ft (78 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	2,315/sq mi
Coordinates	58.8808°N, 9.0186°E
Timezone	Europe/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"

19% above Norway avg

Snowfall 18.4"

Wettest Month (Oct) 5.75"

Driest Month (Apr) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 26, 2005.

Feb 19, 1992	5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway	M3.8	119 km
Nov 29, 2000	9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden	M3.4	133 km
Jun 29, 2004	17 km E of Hovden, Norway	M3.1	107 km
Sep 28, 1993	44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden	M2.9	93 km
Sep 8, 1993	34 km SSE of Skålevik, Norway	M2.7	132 km
Apr 26, 2005	24 km N of Hirtshals, Denmark	M2.7	130 km
Aug 15, 1991	7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway	M2.7	66 km
Mar 17, 1991	7 km W of Mandal, Norway	M2.6	137 km
Aug 1, 1993	7 km S of Mandal, Norway	M2.6	136 km
Jan 29, 2005	7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway	M2.6	95 km
Feb 1, 1991	5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway	M2.6	84 km
Aug 29, 1991	43 km W of Smögen, Sweden	M2.6	100 km
Mar 22, 1993	15 km NNW of Liknes, Norway	M2.5	133 km
May 23, 1990	50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden	M2.5	90 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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").

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Schools in Gjerstad

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Abel skole	-	-	-	-

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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

Heimat Brokelandsheia

Cafes in Gjerstad

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Den lille dyrehage

Zoos in Gjerstad

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Den lille dyrehage

Dentists in Gjerstad

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gjerstad distriktstannklinikk

Train Stations in Gjerstad

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gjerstad

Gas Stations in Gjerstad

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K E18 Brokelandsheia

Tanken Gjerstad

Uno-X 7-Eleven Brokelandsheia

Banks in Gjerstad

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Østre Agder Sparebank Brokelandsheia

Ski Resorts Near Gjerstad

7 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Vegårshei skisenter	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Gautefall skisenter	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Siljan skisenter	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Vrådal Panorama	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Lifjell Skisenter	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Morgedal	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Storeskar skisenter	-	-	$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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Waterfalls

Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors

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Waterfalls Near Gjerstad

22 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Gjerstad.

Name	Description
Bjørnvafossen
Den vonde fossen
Fjosbufossen
Fosslonfossen
Grubbefossen
Gruvlefoss
Gunnustadfossen
Hauglandsfossen
Kjeppfossene
Kvernfoss
Mjåvassfossen
Navassfossen
Prestefoss
Sagfossen
Sandåkerfossen
Skjenskjærafossen
Solemfossen
Stifoss
Sundsfoss
Trollfoss
Urvassfossen
Vrangfoss

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 Gjerstad

What is the population of Gjerstad?

Gjerstad has a population of 301 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,315 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. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.

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