Weather & Climate in Jordtveit, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jordtveit has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. The area receives 13.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,829/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.2719°N, 8.5068°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
38 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.4.
| Jan 28, 2007 | 28 km S of Vestbygd, Norway | M4.4 | 123 km | 30 km |
| Oct 19, 2000 | 54 km S of Farsund, Norway | M4.0 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 1990 | 68 km SSW of Mandal, Norway | M4.0 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Mar 11, 1991 | 13 km WSW of Løkken, Denmark | M3.3 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 1993 | 26 km WSW of Vestbygd, Norway | M3.0 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Apr 2, 1993 | 40 km SSW of Vestbygd, Norway | M3.0 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Nov 27, 1992 | 32 km SSW of Mandal, Norway | M3.0 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 2004 | 67 km SSW of Mandal, Norway | M2.9 | 127 km | 16 km |
| Sep 28, 1993 | 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden | M2.9 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 1993 | 21 km SW of Vestbygd, Norway | M2.8 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Sep 29, 1993 | 16 km W of Vestbygd, Norway | M2.8 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Nov 18, 1992 | 12 km WSW of Flekkefjord, Norway | M2.8 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 1993 | 34 km SSE of Skålevik, Norway | M2.7 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Aug 15, 1991 | 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway | M2.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jul 6, 1993 | 9 km W of Flekkefjord, Norway | M2.7 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Oct 30, 1992 | 20 km WSW of Vestbygd, Norway | M2.7 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Apr 26, 2005 | 24 km N of Hirtshals, Denmark | M2.7 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Jan 12, 1992 | 72 km S of Mandal, Norway | M2.6 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Apr 23, 1993 | 10 km WNW of Vestbygd, Norway | M2.6 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 1992 | 23 km SW of Vestbygd, Norway | M2.6 | 135 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 138 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 138 km |
| 1867 | WESTERN NORWAY | Earthquake | - | - | 143 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.9 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 3.8 in |
Jordtveit has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 30°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.3") and April the driest (2.0").