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Namsos, Norway
Trøndelag · Norway
Namsos is a small city in Trøndelag, Norway with a population of 8,413. Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Namsos
(Norwegian) or Nåavmesjenjaelmie (Southern Sami) is a municipality in Trøndelag county, Norway. It is part of the Namdalen region. The administrative centre of the municipality is the town of Namsos. Some of the villages in the municipality include Bangsund, Klinga, Ramsvika, Skomsvoll, Spillum, Sævik, Dun, Salsnes, Nufsfjord, Lund, Namdalseid, Sjøåsen, Statland, Tøttdalen, and Sverkmoen.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,413 |
| Population Density | 4,780 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.4662°, 11.4957° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Trøndelag |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.5 inches (1,282 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 22.2 inches (56 cm) |
About Namsos
Namsos is a small city in Norway (Trøndelag) with a population of 8,413. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.3°F |
| 24% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,780/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.4662°N, 11.4957°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.2 m (27 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2014 | STATLAND | Meteorological | 8.2 m | - | 17 km |
| 1888 | MID-NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | 1 | 127 km |
| 1978 | NORWAY: RISSA | Meteorological | 6.8 m | 1 | 126 km |
| 1979 | NORTHERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 2.0 m | - | 83 km |
| 1952 | MID-NORWAY | Meteorological | 2.0 m | - | 64 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 5.3 in |
Namsos has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 28°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.8") and May the driest (2.6").
Schools in Namsos
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vestbyen skole | - | - | - | - |
| Sørenget oppvekstsenter | - | - | - | - |
| Namsos ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Høknes ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Høknes barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Namsos barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Olav Duun videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Namsos
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Namsos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kunstmuseet Nord-Trøndelag | ||||
| Namdalsmuseet | ||||
| Namdalsmuseet | ||||
| Namdalsmuseet | ||||
| Norsk Sagbruksmuseum | ||||
| Rock City |
Libraries in Namsos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Namsos library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Namsos
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Namsos
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Namsos
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Namsos
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Namsos
6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Namsos
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Namsos
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Namsos
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Namsos
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blommen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Prestlia | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Heggesåsen Alpinbakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bråten | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Namsos skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Namsos
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rørvik Airport, Ryum | RVK | Medium Airport |
| Henning (Nedre Langli) | - | Small Airport |
| Namsos Airport | OSY | Small Airport |
| Overhalla Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skarva Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Snåsa Airfield Grønøra | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Namsos
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Namsos post i butikk | |
| Østbyen post i butikk | |
| Spillum post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Namsos
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Høknes kapell | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Namsos Frikirke | |
| Namsos kirke | |
| Vemundvik kirke |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Namsos
What is the population of Namsos?
Namsos has a population of 8,413 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,780 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Namsos?
Namsos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 22.2 inches of snow.