Skjærhalden, Norway

Østfold · Norway

Skjærhalden is a small town in Østfold, Norway with a population of 928. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

928 Population 2,812/sq mi density

16 ft Elevation 5 meters

45°F Avg Temperature 7°C

29.8 in Annual Rain

Europe / Oslo Timezone

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People

Population928

Density2,812/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

Rain29.8 in/yr

Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Population	928
Population Density	2,812 / sq mi
Elevation	16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates	59.0253°, 11.0369°
Timezone	Europe/Oslo
Country	🇳🇴 Norway
State / Province	Østfold
Average Temperature	45°F (7°C)
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	29.8 inches (757 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.9 inches (23 cm)

About Skjærhalden

Skjærhalden is a small town in Norway (Østfold) with a population of 928. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Skjærhalden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	45.0°F
	17% below Norway avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation	16 ft (5 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	2,812/sq mi
Coordinates	59.0253°N, 11.0369°E
Timezone	Europe/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.8"

22% below Norway avg

Snowfall 8.9"

Wettest Month (Oct) 3.50"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Jul 29, 2015.

Feb 19, 1992	5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway	M3.8	18 km
Nov 19, 1994	0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway	M3.5	125 km
Nov 12, 1993	2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden	M3.4	111 km
Jul 29, 2015	4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden	M3.4	145 km
Nov 29, 2000	9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden	M3.4	19 km
May 10, 1994	24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden	M3.2	109 km
Sep 28, 1993	44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden	M2.9	57 km
May 25, 2008	4 km WSW of Åneby, Norway	M2.9	118 km
Apr 22, 1993	13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden	M2.8	117 km
Aug 15, 1991	7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway	M2.7	51 km
Apr 26, 2005	24 km N of Hirtshals, Denmark	M2.7	150 km
Nov 19, 1994	7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway	M2.7	129 km
Nov 21, 1994	6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway	M2.7	130 km
Dec 12, 1994	8 km S of Rotnes, Norway	M2.6	107 km
Jun 8, 2005	3 km WNW of Skagen, Denmark	M2.6	147 km
Aug 29, 1991	43 km W of Smögen, Sweden	M2.6	76 km
Feb 1, 1991	5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway	M2.6	42 km
Jan 29, 2005	7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway	M2.6	79 km
May 23, 1990	50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden	M2.5	64 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 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	-	68 km
1969	NORSALV RIVER	Meteorological	5.0 m	-	146 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	2.4 in
February	29°F (-2°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
March	34°F (1°C)	2.1 in
April	41°F (5°C)	1.8 in
May	52°F (11°C)	1.8 in
June	58°F (15°C)	2.4 in
July	62°F (17°C)	2.2 in	Warmest
August	61°F (16°C)	2.7 in
September	54°F (12°C)	3.2 in
October	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in	Wettest
November	38°F (4°C)	3.3 in
December	33°F (1°C)	2.6 in

Skjærhalden has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 29°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Skjærhalden

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Hvaler barne- og ungdomsskole	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near Skjærhalden

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Museums in Skjærhalden

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Bastion 5
Elingaard Manor
Fotballmuseet
Fredrikstad Museum
Friluftsmuséet Fiskartorpet
Fyrmuseum
Gamlebyen Modelljernbanesenter
Glasshytta
Hans Nielsen Hauges minde
Kystmuséet
Narnte teglverk
Naturum
Roald Amundsens fødested
Strömstads museum

Libraries in Skjærhalden

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Fredrikstad Bibliotek Gressvik		0.0
Fredrikstad bibliotek, Østsiden		0.0
Fredrikstad Library		0.0
Hvaler folkebibliotek		0.0
Sarpsborg bibliotek, Skjeberg områdebibliotek		0.0
Stadsbiblioteket		0.0

Restaurants in Skjærhalden

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Big Fish

Første Reis - Sjømatrestauranten

Losen Restaurant & Bar Skjærhalden

Sjøsiden bar

Storesand Kiosk & Cafe

Vertshuset Skjærhalden

Winther Edholmen

Cafes in Skjærhalden

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café Floren

Cafe Oline

Theatres in Skjærhalden

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brottet

Castles in Skjærhalden

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akerøy fort

Gas Stations in Skjærhalden

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tank Skjærhalden

Breweries in Skjærhalden

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Ego Brygghus
Kofoedbryggeriet
Nøisom Craft Beer

Stadiums & Teams in Skjærhalden

Team	League	Division

Ski Resorts Near Skjærhalden

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Prestenga Skipark	0.0	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Ellingsrudkollen	0.0	-	-	$0	-	-	-

Airports Near Skjærhalden

14 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Moss Airport, Rygge	-	Medium Airport
Askestad Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Eidsberg Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Fjällbacka Anra Airfield	-	Small Airport
Huseby Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Jarlsberg Airfield	-	Small Airport
Näsinge Airfield	-	Small Airport
Rakkestad Astorp Airfield	-	Small Airport
Rörkärr Airfield	-	Small Airport
Ski Airfield	-	Small Airport
Spydeberg Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Torsnes Airfield	-	Small Airport
Trøgstad Airfield	-	Small Airport
Veum Airstrip	-	Small Airport

Post Offices in Skjærhalden

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Skjærhalden post i butikk
Vesterøy post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skjærhalden

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Hvaler kirke
Spjærøy kirke

Quick Facts

Timezone

Europe/Oslo

🇳🇴 About Norway

Capital	Oslo
Population	5,314,336
Area	324,220 km²
GDP (USD)	$482,949,731,777
GDP per capita	$87,497
HDI	0.966
Life expectancy	83.1 years
Internet users	99.0%
Urban population	83.1%
Currency	NOK (Krone)
Languages	Norwegian Nynorsk, Norwegian Bokmål, Sami
Calling code	+47
TLD	.no
Driving side	right

Public Holidays in Norway

12 public holidays this year

Date	Holiday	Local Name
Jan 1	New Year's Day	Første nyttårsdag
Apr 2	Maundy Thursday	Skjærtorsdag
Apr 3	Good Friday	Langfredag
Apr 5	Easter Sunday	Første påskedag
Apr 6	Easter Monday	Andre påskedag
May 1	Labour Day	Første mai
May 14	Ascension Day	Kristi himmelfartsdag
May 17	Constitution Day	Syttende mai
May 24	Pentecost	Første pinsedag
May 25	Whit Monday	Andre pinsedag
Dec 25	Christmas Day	Første juledag
Dec 26	St. Stephen's Day	Andre juledag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Skjærhalden

What is the population of Skjærhalden?

Skjærhalden has a population of 928 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,812 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Skjærhalden?

Skjærhalden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.

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