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Mo i Rana, Norway
Nordland · Norway
Mo i Rana is a small city in Nordland, Norway with a population of 18,866. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 18,866 |
| Population Density | 4,110 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Coordinates | 66.3128°, 14.1428° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Nordland |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.4 inches (1,357 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 28.4 inches (72 cm) |
About Mo i Rana
Mo i Rana is a small city in Norway (Nordland) with a population of 18,866. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Mo i Rana
Mo i Rana has an average annual temperature of -1°C (30°F). The hottest month is Jul (10°C), the coldest is Jan (-9.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2494 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.2°F |
| 35% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,110/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.3128°N, 14.1428°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1940 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 65 km |
| 1819 | NORWAY: RANA REGION: LUROY | Earthquake | - | - | 59 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 6.1 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 40°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 6.1 in |
Mo i Rana has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 21°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.3") and May the driest (2.5").
Schools in Mo i Rana
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfors barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Rana ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Lyngheim skole | - | - | - | - |
| Gruben barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Frikult skole | - | - | - | - |
| Ytteren skole | - | - | - | - |
| Frikult grunnskole | - | - | - | - |
| Båsmo barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Polarsirkelen videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mo i Rana
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Mo i Rana
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldhuset på Jamtjord | ||||
| Rana museum | ||||
| Stenneset friluftsmuseum | ||||
| Vitensenter Nordland |
Libraries in Mo i Rana
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rana bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Mo i Rana
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mo i Rana
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mo i Rana
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Mo i Rana
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Mo i Rana
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mo i Rana
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mo i Rana
8 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mo i Rana
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mo i Rana
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mo i Rana
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mo i Rana
5 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mo i Rana
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Mo i Rana
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bleikvassli skibakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Munklia hoppsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Mo i Rana
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mo i Rana Airport, Røssvoll | MQN | Medium Airport |
| Hattfjelldal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mo i Rana
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Båsmoen post i butikk | |
| Grubhei post i butikk | |
| Mo i Rana post i butikk | |
| Selfors post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mo i Rana
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gruben kirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Mo kirke | |
| Røssvoll kirke | |
| Yttern kirke |
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Public Holidays in Norway
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mo i Rana
What is the population of Mo i Rana?
Mo i Rana has a population of 18,866 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,110 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mo i Rana?
Mo i Rana has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches, with 28.4 inches of snow.