Ørje, Norway
Østfold · Norway
Ørje is a small town in Østfold, Norway with a population of 1,840. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,840 |
| Population Density | 2,788 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.4802°, 11.6602° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Østfold |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.5 inches (852 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.6 inches (32 cm) |
About Ørje
Ørje is a small town in Norway (Østfold) with a population of 1,840. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet (133 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,788/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.4802°N, 11.6602°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1966 | EASTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 59 km |
| 1969 | NORSALV RIVER | Meteorological | 5.0 m | - | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.8 in |
Ørje has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 26°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Ørje
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marker skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ørje
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ørje
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurskog-Høland bygdetun | ||||
| Haldenvassdragets Kanalmuseum | ||||
| Ögårn i Dusserud | ||||
| Ørje Gamle veistasjon | ||||
| Sandbekk mølle | ||||
| Strømsfoss mølle |
Libraries in Ørje
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marker folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Töcksfors bibliotek | 0.0 |
Cafes in Ørje
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ørje
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ørje
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ørje
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gjerberg Bryggeri |
Ski Resorts Near Ørje
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kjølen Sportcenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Prestenga Skipark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Valfjället Skicenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bjørkelangen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Marikollen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nylendlia skianlegg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ørje
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Oslo-Gardermoen International Airport | OSL | Large Airport |
| Charlottenberg Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eidsberg Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gulli Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haga Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lillestrøm Airfield, Kjeller | - | Small Airport |
| Maarud | - | Small Airport |
| Näsinge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rakkestad Astorp Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spydeberg Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Torsnes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Trøgstad Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Veum Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ørje
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ørje post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ørje
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Klund kirke | |
| Ørje kirke | |
| Øymark kirke |
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Waterfalls Near Ørje
8 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Ørje.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bernhusfossen | |
| Hofoss | |
| Pekstadfossen | |
| Perefoss | |
| Rudsfossen | |
| Sørdalsfoss | |
| Svartevannsfossen | |
| Torvtjernfossen |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ørje
What is the population of Ørje?
Ørje has a population of 1,840 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,788 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ørje?
Ørje has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow.
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