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Namsskogan, Norway

Trøndelag · Norway

Namsskogan is a small town in Trøndelag, Norway with a population of 233. Elevation: 722 ft (220 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

Data updated June 2026

233 Population 1,553/sq mi density
722 ft Elevation 220 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
50.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population233
Density1,553/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Population233
Population Density1,553 / sq mi
Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Coordinates64.9289°, 13.1595°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceTrøndelag
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation50.3 inches (1,278 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.8 inches (66 cm)

About Namsskogan

Namsskogan is a small town in Norway (Trøndelag) with a population of 233. The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet (220 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Namsskogan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below Norway avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,553/sq mi
Coordinates64.9289°N, 13.1595°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.3"
32% above Norway avg
Snowfall 25.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.80"
Driest Month (May) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M2.7 on May 1, 2005.

Apr 26, 1992 4 km NE of Terråk, Norway M3.3 39 km
May 1, 2005 7 km NNE of Nesna, Norway M2.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 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 107 km
1979 NORTHERN NORWAY Meteorological 2.0 m 44 km
1952 MID-NORWAY Meteorological 2.0 m 35 km
1940 NORTHERN NORWAY Meteorological 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 3.9 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.6 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in
May 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in Driest
June 51°F (10°C) 3.2 in
July 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in
September 46°F (8°C) 5.6 in
October 37°F (3°C) 5.8 in Wettest
November 29°F (-2°C) 4.6 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 4.8 in

Namsskogan has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 21°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and May the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Namsskogan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Namsskogan skole
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Radio Stations near Namsskogan

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Libraries in Namsskogan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Namsskogan folkebibliotek0.0

Zoos in Namsskogan

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Namsskogan Familiepark

Train Stations in Namsskogan

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Majavatn / Maajehjaevrie
Namsskogan

Gas Stations in Namsskogan

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Brekkvasselv (automat)
Circle K Automat Namsskogan

Ski Resorts Near Namsskogan

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Lierne skisenter 0.0 $0
Vinterlandet Namsskogan 0.0 $0
Børgefjellsenteret 0.0 $0

Airports Near Namsskogan

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Svenningdal AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Namsskogan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Namsskogan post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Namsskogan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bjørhusdal kapell

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Waterfalls
34
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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 Namsskogan

What is the population of Namsskogan?

Namsskogan has a population of 233 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,553 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Namsskogan?

Namsskogan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.3 inches, with 25.8 inches of snow.

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