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Skjærhalden, Norway

Østfold · Norway

Skjærhalden is a small town in Østfold, Norway with a population of 642. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

642 Population 1,946/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

Population642
Density1,946/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population642
Population Density1,946 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates59.0253°, 11.0369°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceØstfold
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation29.8 inches (757 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)

About Skjærhalden

Skjærhalden is a small town in Norway (Østfold) with a population of 642. 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. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. 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 Average45.0°F
17% below Norway avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,946/sq mi
Coordinates59.0253°N, 11.0369°W
TimezoneEurope/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 (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hvaler barne- og ungdomsskole - - - -
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Radio Stations near Skjærhalden

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Skjærhalden

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fredrikstad Bibliotek Gressvik0.0
Fredrikstad bibliotek, Østsiden0.0
Fredrikstad Library0.0
Hvaler folkebibliotek0.0
Sarpsborg bibliotek, Skjeberg områdebibliotek0.0
Stadsbiblioteket0.0

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

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ego Brygghus
Kofoedbryggeriet
Nøisom Craft Beer

Stadiums & Teams in Skjærhalden

TeamLeagueDivision

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.

AirportIATAType
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 OfficeAddress
Skjærhalden post i butikk
Vesterøy post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skjærhalden

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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 642 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,946 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. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.

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