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Ulefoss, Norway

Telemark · Norway

Ulefoss is a small town in Telemark, Norway with a population of 2,697. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

2,697 Population 2,997/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
36.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone

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About Ulefoss

Ulefoss

Ulefoss is the administrative centre of Nome Municipality in Telemark county, Norway. The village is located along the northwest shore of the large lake Norsjø. The village occupies both sides of Ulefoss falls on the river Eidselva, just before it flows into the lake Norsjø. The village of Helgja lies about 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) to the southeast, the village of Bjervamoen lies about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) to the west, and the village of Gvarv lies about 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) to the northwest.

People

Population2,697
Density2,997/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Population2,697
Population Density2,997 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates59.2825°, 9.2655°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceTelemark
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.1 inches (918 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.4 inches (34 cm)

About Ulefoss

Ulefoss is a small town in Norway (Telemark) with a population of 2,697. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.

Ulefoss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.1 inches. The area receives 13.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below Norway avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density2,997/sq mi
Coordinates59.2825°N, 9.2655°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.1"
5% below Norway avg
Snowfall 13.4"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.9 on May 25, 2008.

Feb 19, 1992 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway M3.8 100 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 143 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 124 km
Jun 29, 2004 17 km E of Hovden, Norway M3.1 95 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 106 km
May 25, 2008 4 km WSW of Åneby, Norway M2.9 124 km
Aug 1, 1994 30 km N of Noresund, Norway M2.7 132 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 61 km
Nov 19, 1994 7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 143 km
Nov 21, 1994 6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 145 km
Jan 29, 2005 7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway M2.6 54 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 63 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 120 km
Dec 12, 1994 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway M2.6 118 km
Oct 3, 1993 43 km E of Odda, Norway M2.5 139 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 85 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.3 in
April 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.5 in

Ulefoss has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 27°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Ulefoss

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holla 10-årige skole
Helgen montessoriskole
Nome videregående skole, Søve
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Radio Stations near Ulefoss

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ulefoss

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bø museum
Evju bygdetun
Jern- og Kanalutstilling
Ulefos hovedgård

Libraries in Ulefoss

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bø bibliotek0.0
Drangedal bibliotek0.0
Nome bibliotek, Lunde avdeling0.0
Nome bibliotek, Ulefoss0.0

Restaurants in Ulefoss

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Slusemesterens Veranda

Cafes in Ulefoss

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Slusa

Dentists in Ulefoss

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ulefoss tannklinikk

Gas Stations in Ulefoss

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Ulefoss
Esso Ulefoss

Banks in Ulefoss

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sparebank 1 Sørøst Norge Ulefoss

Golf Courses in Ulefoss

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Norsjø Golfpark

Breweries in Ulefoss

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Lindheim Ølkompani

Ski Resorts Near Ulefoss

10 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Vegårshei skisenter 0.0 $0
Gautefall skisenter 0.0 $0
Siljan skisenter 0.0 $0
Lifjell Skisenter 0.0 $0
Storeskar skisenter 0.0 $0
Hannibalbakken 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 Ulefoss

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Notodden AirportNTBMedium Airport
Skien AirportMedium Airport
Hokksund AirfieldSmall Airport
Lunde Nome AirfieldSmall Airport
Skitnerød flyplassSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ulefoss

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ulefoss post i butikk

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ulefoss

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Helgen kirke
Holla kirke
Kronborg gravkapell
Romnes kirke
Valebø kirke

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Ulefoss

What is the population of Ulefoss?

Ulefoss has a population of 2,697 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,997 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ulefoss?

Ulefoss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow.

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