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Rykene, Norway
Agder · Norway
Rykene is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 647. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 647 |
| Population Density | 2,157 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.4097°, 8.6384° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Agder |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.5 inches (1,130 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.1 inches (36 cm) |
About Rykene
Rykene is a small town in Norway (Agder) with a population of 647. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Climate in Rykene
Rykene has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Feb (1.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 933 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,157/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.4097°N, 8.6384°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 136 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 136 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.9 in |
Rykene has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 29°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and April the driest (2.2").
Schools in Rykene
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asdal skole | - | - | - | - |
| Rykene oppvekstsenter | - | - | - | - |
| Lunderød skole og ressurssenter | - | - | - | - |
| Nedenes skole | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rykene
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Rykene
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bomsholmen Fløtingsmuseum | ||||
| By- og sjøfartsmuseet | ||||
| Engehavehuset | ||||
| Eydehavnmuseet | ||||
| Frolands Verk Kultursenter | ||||
| Grimstad sykkelmuseum | ||||
| Hesthaghuset | ||||
| Holt skolemuseum | ||||
| Ibsen-museet | ||||
| Jortveit Gårdsmuseum - Homborsund | ||||
| Kastellet kultursenter | ||||
| Kløckers Hus - Arendal Bymuseum | ||||
| Klokkebua | ||||
| Knut Hamsuns dikterstue | ||||
| KUBEN | ||||
| Kunstarena Torbjørnsbu Gruver | ||||
| Langsæ gård | ||||
| Merdøgaard skjærgårdsmuseum | ||||
| Næs Jernverksmuseum | ||||
| Norsk Hagebruksmuseum | ||||
| Sjøfartsmuseet i Aust-Agder | ||||
| Solberggruva | ||||
| Vitensenteret Sørlandet |
Libraries in Rykene
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arendal bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Froland bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Grimstad bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Grimstad bibliotek, Fevik filial | 0.0 |
Cafes in Rykene
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rykene
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rykene
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arendals Bryggeri | ||||
| Nøgne Ø |
Ski Resorts Near Rykene
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klappane hoppbakker | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tveit skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Vegårshei skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gautefall skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Rykene
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kristiansand Airport | KRS | Large Airport |
| Arendal Airfield, Gullknapp | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rykene
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nedenes post i butikk | |
| Rykene post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rykene
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Øyestad kirke |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rykene
What is the population of Rykene?
Rykene has a population of 647 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,157 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rykene?
Rykene has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.