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Otta, Norway
Innlandet · Norway
Otta is a small town in Innlandet, Norway with a population of 2,283. Elevation: 984 ft (300 m). Average temperature: 35°F (1°C).
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About Otta
is a town in Sel Municipality in Innlandet county, Norway. The town is also the administrative centre of the municipality. The town is located at the confluence of the Gudbrandsdalslågen and Otta rivers. The European route E6 highway runs through the town. The Dovrebanen railway line also passes through the town, stopping at the Otta Station. The 2.17-square-kilometre (540-acre) town has a population (2024) of 2,322 and a population density of 1,070 inhabitants per square kilometre (2,800/sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 2,283 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.7712°, 9.5353° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Innlandet |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.5 inches (495 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.0 inches (20 cm) |
About Otta
Otta is a small town in Norway (Innlandet) with a population of 2,283. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet (300 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.6°F |
| 36% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.7712°N, 9.5353°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 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 | — | 139 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 141 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 124 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 141 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | — | 139 km |
| 1756 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 38.0 m | 32 | 139 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | — | 114 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 131 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | 17 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 32°F (0°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 35°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.1 in |
Otta has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 19°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.8").
Schools in Otta
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nord-Gudbrandsdal vidaregåande skule, Otta | — | — | — | — |
| Otta skole | — | — | — | — |
| Otta ungdomsskole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Otta
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Otta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gudbrandsdal Krigsminnesamling | ||||
| Otta bergverkssenter |
Libraries in Otta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nord-Fron bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sel bibliotek, Heidal filial | 0.0 | |||||
| Sel bibliotek, Otta | 0.0 | |||||
| Sel bibliotek, Sel filial | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Otta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torg | |||||
| Torg |
Hotels in Otta
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Otta
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Otta
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Otta
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Otta
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Otta
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Otta
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Otta
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Otta
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Otta
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Otta
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Otta
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beitostølen Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Skeikampen Alpinsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kvitfjell | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gålå Alpinsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fefor Høifjellshotell Skibakke & Løyper | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fjellsyn Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Otta
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blestergrende Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Folldal Grimsmoe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hjerkinn flyplass | — | Small Airport |
| Ringebu Airfield Frya | — | Small Airport |
| Wadahl | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Otta
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Otta post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Otta
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bykirken | |
| Sel kirke |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Otta
What is the population of Otta?
Otta has a population of 2,283 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Otta?
Otta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow.