Weather & Climate in Dalen, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dalen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The area receives 13.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
57°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 38.9°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,200/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.4450°N, 8.0049°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
28 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Apr 14, 1992 | 9 km SSW of Ølen, Norway | M3.7 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 1992 | 17 km NNE of Etne, Norway | M3.7 | 116 km | 33 km |
| Mar 14, 2012 | 13 km WSW of Ølen, Norway | M3.6 | 136 km | 6 km |
| Jun 29, 2004 | 17 km E of Hovden, Norway | M3.1 | 23 km | 8 km |
| Aug 23, 1991 | 4 km NNE of Stavanger, Norway | M3.1 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Feb 25, 1990 | 6 km WNW of Sauda, Norway | M3.0 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1991 | 5 km SSE of Rosendal, Norway | M3.0 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 1990 | 5 km NE of Eike, Norway | M2.8 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1992 | 3 km NW of Tau, Norway | M2.8 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1992 | 24 km NE of Sauda, Norway | M2.7 | 85 km | 10 km |
| Aug 1, 1994 | 30 km N of Noresund, Norway | M2.7 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Aug 15, 1991 | 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway | M2.7 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 1992 | 14 km S of Ølen, Norway | M2.7 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Aug 30, 1994 | 4 km ENE of Vikevåg, Norway | M2.7 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2005 | 7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway | M2.6 | 118 km | 15 km |
| May 26, 1991 | 18 km NNE of Etne, Norway | M2.6 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Aug 26, 1993 | 6 km WSW of Tau, Norway | M2.6 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jun 26, 1992 | 9 km NE of Sauda, Norway | M2.6 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 1991 | 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway | M2.6 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 1994 | 3 km N of Hommersåk, Norway | M2.5 | 134 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
4 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 | - | 149 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 89 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 89 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 136 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.8 in |
Dalen has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 24°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (1.7").