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Weather & Climate in Førde, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Førde has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 143 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 107.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 55.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
56°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 41.1°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 143 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,809/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.4522°N, 5.8572°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
75 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Jan 12, 2025 | 43 km WNW of Larsnes, Norway | M4.5 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Nov 7, 2017 | 20 km WSW of Manger, Norway | M4.0 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Jun 14, 1990 | 2 km E of Sandsli, Norway | M3.7 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Jan 21, 2007 | 6 km SW of Midsund, Norway | M3.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Nov 13, 1995 | 56 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.6 | 103 km | 10 km |
| May 29, 1999 | 19 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 2001 | 91 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Dec 31, 1991 | 56 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jan 19, 1990 | 22 km WSW of Måløy, Norway | M3.4 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Oct 31, 1996 | 86 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.3 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 1995 | 53 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.3 | 102 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 1992 | 28 km W of Hardbakke, Norway | M3.2 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Jun 28, 1992 | 35 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.2 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 1995 | 69 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.2 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2012 | 18 km SSW of Fedje, Norway | M3.2 | 115 km | 30 km |
| Aug 18, 1995 | 60 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.2 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Sep 6, 2002 | 86 km W of Florø, Norway | M3.1 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1995 | 67 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.1 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jan 23, 1991 | 58 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.1 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Feb 27, 2004 | 55 km WNW of Hardbakke, Norway | M3.1 | 112 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 74.0 m (243 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 74.0 m | - | 71 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 70 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 122 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 70 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 71 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 102 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 43 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 44 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | - | 93 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 97 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 17 | 114 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 11.9 in | |
| February | 29°F (-1°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 8.8 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | Driest |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 12.2 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 12.0 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
Førde has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 29°F in February to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 107.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (13.2") and May the driest (4.3").