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Rjukan, Norway
Telemark · Norway
Rjukan is a small town in Telemark, Norway with a population of 3,568. Elevation: 991 ft (302 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 3,568 |
| Population Density | 3,568 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.8789°, 8.5941° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Telemark |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.9 inches (887 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.5 inches (47 cm) |
About Rjukan
Rjukan is a small town in Norway (Telemark) with a population of 3,568. The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet (302 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 33.8°F |
| 37% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,568/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.8789°N, 8.5941°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | — | 118 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | — | 144 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.6 in |
Rjukan has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 19°F in January to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (1.7").
Schools in Rjukan
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rjukan barneskole | — | — | — | — |
| Rjukan ungdomsskole | — | — | — | — |
| Rjukan videregående skole | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rjukan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Rjukan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norsk Industriarbeidermuseum Vemork | ||||
| Norsk Industriarbeidermuseum Vemork | ||||
| Tinn museum |
Libraries in Rjukan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rjukan bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Rjukan bibliotek, Atrå filial | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rjukan
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rjukan
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rjukan
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Rjukan
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rjukan
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rjukan
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rjukan
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rjukan
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rjukan
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rjukan
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rjukan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fjellbryggeriet |
Ski Resorts Near Rjukan
13 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vrådal Panorama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Lifjell Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Morgedal | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Storeskar skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rauland skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Raulandsfjell alpinsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rauland skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rauland skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Flugonfjell skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gausta skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Uvdal alpinsenter (Senteret) | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ski Geilo | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nesfjellet Alpinsenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Rjukan
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Notodden Airport | NTB | Medium Airport |
| Fyresdal Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Geilo Airport Dagali | — | Small Airport |
| Lunde Nome Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rjukan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Rjukan post i butikk |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Rjukan
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Rjukan-Notodden Industrial Heritage Site | Cultural | 2015 |
| Rjukan-Notodden Industrial Heritage Site |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rjukan
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dal kirke | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Rjukan baptistkirke | |
| Rjukan kapell | |
| Rjukan kirke |
Explore Near Rjukan
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Rjukan
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rjukan
What is the population of Rjukan?
Rjukan has a population of 3,568 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,568 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rjukan?
Rjukan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.9 inches, with 18.5 inches of snow.