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Ørsta, Norway
Møre og Romsdal · Norway
Ørsta is a small city in Møre og Romsdal, Norway with a population of 6,337. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ørsta
Ørsta–Volda Airport is a regional airport situated at Hovden (Hovdebygda), in Ørsta Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway, midway between the urban villages of Ørsta and Volda. The airport features a 1,070-metre (3,510 ft) asphalt runway aligned 06/24. Services are provided by Widerøe using their de Havilland Canada Dash 8 as a public service obligation. Owned and operated by the state-owned Avinor, the airport handled 121,021 passengers in 2014.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,337 |
| Population Density | 3,047 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.1998°, 6.1290° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Møre og Romsdal |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.2 inches (2,112 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 42.2 inches (107 cm) |
About Ørsta
Ørsta is a small city in Norway (Møre og Romsdal) with a population of 6,337. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 185 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,047/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.1998°N, 6.1290°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 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 | - | 56 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 53 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 66 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 53 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 56 km |
| 1756 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 38.0 m | 32 | 111 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 136 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 122 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 106 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | - | 27 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 53 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 17 | 46 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 8.9 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 9.3 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 9.3 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
Ørsta has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 30°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 83.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.9") and May the driest (3.5").
Schools in Ørsta
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ørsta ungdomsskule | - | - | - | - |
| Vikemarka skule | - | - | - | - |
| Hovden skule | - | - | - | - |
| Dalane skule | - | - | - | - |
| Åmås friskule | - | - | - | - |
| Ørsta vidaregåande skule | - | - | - | - |
| Møre Folkehøgskule | - | - | - | - |
| Velle skule | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ørsta
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK P1 Møre og Romsdal | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| P7 Kristen Pop | contemporary christian music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Ålesund | - | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Ørsta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brudavolltunet | ||||
| Dalsfjord fyrmuseum | ||||
| Devold museum | ||||
| Ishavsmuseet «Aarvak» | ||||
| Ivar Aasen-tunet | ||||
| Sivert Aarflot-museet | ||||
| Volda bygdetun |
Libraries in Ørsta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hareid folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Ørsta folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sula bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sula bibliotek, Mauseidvåg filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Volda folkebibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Ørsta
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ørsta
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ørsta
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ørsta
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ørsta
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ørsta
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ørsta
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ørsta
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ørsta
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Ørsta
9 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breimsbygda Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nordfjord fritidssenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stryn Vinterski | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Harpefossen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hornindal skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ørsta skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Volda skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sunnmørsalpane Skiarena Fjellseter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Spjelkavikheisa | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ørsta
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ålesund Airport | AES | Large Airport |
| Ørsta-Volda Airport, Hovden | HOV | Medium Airport |
| Gossen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sandane Airport, Anda | SDN | Small Airport |
| Stryn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ørsta
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hovdebygda post i butikk | |
| Ørsta post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ørsta
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Ørsta Frikyrkje | |
| Ørsta kyrkje |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ørsta
What is the population of Ørsta?
Ørsta has a population of 6,337 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,047 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ørsta?
Ørsta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.2 inches, with 42.2 inches of snow.