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Seljord, Norway
Telemark · Norway
Seljord is a small town in Telemark, Norway with a population of 1,185. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
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About Seljord
Seljord is a municipality in Telemark county, Norway. It is located in the traditional districts of Upper Telemark and Vest-Telemark. The administrative centre of the municipality is the village of Seljord. Other villages in the municipality include Flatdal and Åmotsdal.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,185 |
| Population Density | 1,428 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.4848°, 8.6302° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Telemark |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.4 inches (1,000 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.8 inches (38 cm) |
About Seljord
Seljord is a small town in Norway (Telemark) with a population of 1,185. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet (133 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,428/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.4848°N, 8.6302°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 | — | 114 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | — | 123 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 123 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.8 in |
Seljord has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 24°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (2.0").
Schools in Seljord
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatdal oppvekstsenter, skole 1-7 | — | — | — | — |
| Seljord barneskule | — | — | — | — |
| Seljord barne- og ungdomsskule, skole 1-10 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Seljord
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Seljord
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kviteseid Bygdetun | ||||
| Myklestogo | ||||
| Norsk skieventyr | ||||
| Sondre Norheim | ||||
| Vrådal Slusemuseum |
Libraries in Seljord
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kviteseid bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kviteseid folkebibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Seljord bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Seljord bibliotek, avdeling Flatdal | 0.0 |
Hotels in Seljord
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Seljord
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Seljord
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Seljord
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Seljord
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Seljord
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Seljord
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Seljord
13 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gautefall skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| 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 | — | — | — |
| Fagerfjell skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fagerfjell Skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gausta skisenter | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Seljord
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Notodden Airport | NTB | Medium Airport |
| Fyresdal Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lunde Nome Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Seljord
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Seljord post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Seljord
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Airplane wreckage, memorial | |
| Flatdal kyrkje | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Maren Ramskeid Minnemerke | |
| Seljord kyrkje |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Norway
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What is the population of Seljord?
Seljord has a population of 1,185 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,428 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Seljord?
Seljord has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches, with 14.8 inches of snow.