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Lesja, Norway
Innlandet · Norway
Lesja is a small town in Innlandet, Norway with a population of 237. Elevation: 2,165 ft (660 m). Average temperature: 33°F (0°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 237 |
| Population Density | 395 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,165 ft (660 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.1184°, 8.8642° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Innlandet |
| Average Temperature | 33°F (0°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (701 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.9 inches (38 cm) |
About Lesja
Lesja is a small town in Norway (Innlandet) with a population of 237. The city sits at an elevation of 2,165 feet (660 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 33°F (0°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Lesja
Lesja has an average annual temperature of 2.1°C (36°F). The hottest month is Jul (12.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 455 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 32.5°F |
| 40% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,165 ft (660 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 395/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.1184°N, 8.8642°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 74.0 m (243 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 74.0 m | — | 107 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 109 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 78 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 109 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | — | 107 km |
| 1756 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 38.0 m | 32 | 88 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | — | 116 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | — | 115 km |
| 1930 | MID-NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 142 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 91 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | 17 | 101 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 33°F (0°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.5 in |
Lesja has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 19°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.2").
Schools in Lesja
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lesja skule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lesja
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Lesja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jutulheimen bygdamuseum | ||||
| Lesja bygdetun |
Libraries in Lesja
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lesja bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Vågå bibliotek | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Lesja
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lesja
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lesja
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lesja
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Lesja
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galdhøpiggen Sommerskisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Sunndal alpinsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Lesja
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bjorli Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Blestergrende Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vinnu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lesja
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lesja post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lesja
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lesja kyrkje |
Quick Facts
🇳🇴 About Norway
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lesja
What is the population of Lesja?
Lesja has a population of 237 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 395 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lesja?
Lesja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches, with 14.9 inches of snow.