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Rissa, Norway
Trøndelag · Norway
Rissa is a small town in Trøndelag, Norway with a population of 1,265. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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About Rissa
Rissa is a former municipality in the old Sør-Trøndelag county in Norway in the Fosen region. The municipality existed from 1860 until its dissolution on 1 January 2018 when it became part of the newly created Indre Fosen Municipality in Trøndelag county. The administrative centre of the municipality was the village of Årnset. Other villages in the municipality included Askjem, Hasselvika, Husbysjøen, Rørvika, Råkvåg, Sørfjorden, and Stadsbygd.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,265 |
| Population Density | 2,750 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.5837°, 9.9599° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Trøndelag |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.9 inches (1,471 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 94.2 inches (239 cm) |
About Rissa
Rissa is a small town in Norway (Trøndelag) with a population of 1,265. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Rissa
Rissa has an average annual temperature of 6.8°C (44°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.4°C), the coldest is Feb (0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 991 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.8°F |
| 24% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 180 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,750/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 63.5837°N, 9.9599°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 38.0 m (125 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1756 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 38.0 m | 32 | 138 km |
| 2014 | STATLAND | Meteorological | 8.2 m | — | 117 km |
| 1888 | MID-NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | 1 | 27 km |
| 1978 | NORWAY: RISSA | Meteorological | 6.8 m | 1 | 3 km |
| 1930 | MID-NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 30 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 29°F (-1°C) | 4.5 in |
Rissa has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 29°F in February to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.6") and May the driest (2.1").
Schools in Rissa
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stadsbygd skole | — | — | — | — |
| Fevåg / Hasselvika skole | — | — | — | — |
| Skaugdalen montessoriskole | — | — | — | — |
| Åsly skole | — | — | — | — |
| Lensvik skole | — | — | — | — |
| Johan Bojer videregående skole, Rissa | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rissa
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK MP3 | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| NRK P2 aac_h | — | AAC+ 159 kbps | |
| NRK Nyheter | news | AAC+ 158 kbps | |
| NRK Sport | sport | AAC+ 158 kbps | |
| Nea Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO Trøndelag | entertainment, local music | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Rissa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrått Fort | ||||
| Austråttborgen | ||||
| Bjugn Bygdatun Mølnargården | ||||
| Bryggeutstillinga | ||||
| Kystens arv | ||||
| Reins kloster |
Libraries in Rissa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agdenes folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Bjugn folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Indre Fosen bibliotek, avd. Stadsbygd | 0.0 | |||||
| Indre Fosen bibliotek, Rissa | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Rissa
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rissa
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rissa
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rissa
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rissa
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Rissa
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Rissa
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rissa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reins Kloster |
Ski Resorts Near Rissa
15 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steigalia skitrekk | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Knyken Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vassfjellet skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ringvål skistadion | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Saupstad skileik | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Granåsen skistadion | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Granåsen hoppbakke | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Granåsen rekruttsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Høgåsen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Haukvatnet skianlegg | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bekken skileik | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Byåsbakken | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gråkallen skileik | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vintervasskleiva | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gråkallparken | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Rissa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ørland Airport | OLA | Medium Airport |
| Agdenes Airfield Breivika | — | Small Airport |
| Ler Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stadsbygd Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rissa
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hasselvika post i butikk | |
| Lensvik post i butikk | |
| Rissa post i butikk | |
| Stadsbygd post i butikk | |
| Vanvikan post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rissa
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hasselvika kirke | |
| Rein kirke | |
| Rissa kirke | |
| Stadsbygd kirke |
Explore Near Rissa
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rissa
What is the population of Rissa?
Rissa has a population of 1,265 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,750 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rissa?
Rissa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.9 inches, with 94.2 inches of snow.