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Grimstad, Norway
Agder · Norway
Grimstad is a small city in Agder, Norway with a population of 24,017. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 24,017 |
| Population Density | 6,238 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.3405°, 8.5934° |
| 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 | 44.5 inches (1,130 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.1 inches (36 cm) |
About Grimstad
Grimstad is a small city in Norway (Agder) with a population of 24,017. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Grimstad
Grimstad 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 | 43.9°F |
| 19% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,238/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.3405°N, 8.5934°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | - | 138 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 138 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.9 in |
Grimstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 29°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and April the driest (2.2").
Schools in Grimstad
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dahlske videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Grimstad ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Langemyr skole og ressurssenter | - | - | - | - |
| Jappa skole | - | - | - | - |
| Frivoll skole | - | - | - | - |
| Hesnes skole montessoriskolen i Grimstad | - | - | - | - |
| Drottningborg ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Drottningborg videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Holviga ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Holviga barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Bibelskolen i Grimstad | - | - | - | - |
| Blå Kors videregående skole Grimstad | - | - | - | - |
| Holvika skole | - | - | - | - |
| Landvik skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Grimstad
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Grimstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bomsholmen Fløtingsmuseum | ||||
| By- og sjøfartsmuseet | ||||
| Engehavehuset | ||||
| Frolands Verk Kultursenter | ||||
| Grimstad sykkelmuseum | ||||
| Hesthaghuset | ||||
| Ibsen-museet | ||||
| Jortveit Gårdsmuseum - Homborsund | ||||
| Kastellet kultursenter | ||||
| Kløckers Hus - Arendal Bymuseum | ||||
| Klokkebua | ||||
| Knut Hamsuns dikterstue | ||||
| KUBEN | ||||
| Kunstarena Torbjørnsbu Gruver | ||||
| Langsæ gård | ||||
| Lillesand By- og Sjøfartsmuseum | ||||
| Merdøgaard skjærgårdsmuseum | ||||
| Norsk Hagebruksmuseum | ||||
| Sjøfartsmuseet i Aust-Agder | ||||
| Vitensenteret Sørlandet |
Libraries in Grimstad
| 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 | |||||
| Lillesand folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Grimstad
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Grimstad
16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Grimstad
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Grimstad
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Grimstad
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Grimstad
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Grimstad
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Grimstad
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Grimstad
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Grimstad
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Grimstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arendals Bryggeri | ||||
| Nøgne Ø |
Ski Resorts Near Grimstad
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klappane hoppbakker | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tveit skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Vegårshei skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Grimstad
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kristiansand Airport | KRS | Large Airport |
| Arendal Airfield, Gullknapp | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Grimstad
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fokussenteret post i butikk | |
| Grimstad post i butikk | |
| Øygårdsdalen post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grimstad
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Betania menighetsenter | |
| Fjære kirke | |
| Frikirken | |
| Grimstad kirke | |
| Islamsk Kultursenter i Grimstad | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Landvik kirke | |
| Misjonskirken | |
| Prinsekirken Filadelfia |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Grimstad?
Grimstad has a population of 24,017 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 6,238 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Grimstad?
Grimstad 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 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.