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Risør, Norway
Agder · Norway
Risør is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 4,609. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Risør
is a municipality in Agder county, Norway. It is located on the Skagerrak coast in the traditional region of Sørlandet. The administrative centre of Risør municipality is the town of Risør. There are many villages in Risør such as Akland, Bossvika, Fie, Hødnebø, Krabbesund, Moen, Nipe, Røysland, Sandnes, Sivik, Søndeled, and Stamsø.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,609 |
| Population Density | 4,079 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.7206°, 9.2342° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.5 inches (1,080 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.7 inches (32 cm) |
About Risør
Risør is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 4,609. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,079/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.7206°N, 9.2342°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | - | 126 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.4 in |
Risør has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 29°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.4") and April the driest (2.2").
Schools in Risør
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Søndeled skole | - | - | - | - |
| Risør ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
| Hope oppvekstsenter | - | - | - | - |
| Risør barneskole | - | - | - | - |
| Risør videregående skole | - | - | - | - |
| Risør barne- og ungdomsskole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Risør
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Risør
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AbelSenteret i Gjerstad | ||||
| Berg Museum | ||||
| HV-brakka | ||||
| Kittelsenhuset | ||||
| Lyngørfjorden kystkultursenter | ||||
| Made On Sandøya | ||||
| Playmobil museum | ||||
| Risør Kystkultursenter | ||||
| Risør Museum | ||||
| Sannidal bygdetun |
Libraries in Risør
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gjerstad folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kragerø bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Risør bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Risør bibliotek, Søndeled filial | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Risør
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torvet |
Hotels in Risør
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Risør
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Risør
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Risør
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Risør
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Risør
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Risør
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Risør
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Risør
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vegårshei skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gautefall skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Siljan skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Risør
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Skien Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Arendal Airfield, Gullknapp | - | Small Airport |
| Lunde Nome Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Skitnerød flyplass | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Risør
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Randvik post i butikk | |
| Risør post i butikk | |
| Søndeled post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Risør
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Frydendal kirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Risør Frikirke | |
| Risør kirke |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Risør
What is the population of Risør?
Risør has a population of 4,609 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,079 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Risør?
Risør has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches, with 12.7 inches of snow.