Weather & Climate in Kviteseid, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kviteseid has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. The area receives 14.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
58°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 39.6°F |
| 27% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,590/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.4022°N, 8.4927°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
21 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Feb 19, 1992 | 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway | M3.8 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 1992 | 17 km NNE of Etne, Norway | M3.7 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Jun 29, 2004 | 17 km E of Hovden, Norway | M3.1 | 50 km | 8 km |
| Feb 25, 1990 | 6 km WNW of Sauda, Norway | M3.0 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1991 | 5 km SSE of Rosendal, Norway | M3.0 | 149 km | 10 km |
| May 25, 2008 | 4 km WSW of Åneby, Norway | M2.9 | 150 km | 15 km |
| Sep 28, 1993 | 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden | M2.9 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1992 | 24 km NE of Sauda, Norway | M2.7 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Aug 1, 1994 | 30 km N of Noresund, Norway | M2.7 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Aug 15, 1991 | 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway | M2.7 | 105 km | 10 km |
| May 26, 1991 | 18 km NNE of Etne, Norway | M2.6 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Dec 12, 1994 | 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway | M2.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jun 26, 1992 | 9 km NE of Sauda, Norway | M2.6 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2005 | 7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway | M2.6 | 91 km | 15 km |
| Feb 1, 1991 | 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway | M2.6 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Oct 3, 1993 | 43 km E of Odda, Norway | M2.5 | 98 km | 5 km |
| May 23, 1990 | 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden | M2.5 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 1993 | 15 km NNW of Liknes, Norway | M2.5 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Feb 14, 1991 | 19 km NNE of Sauda, Norway | M2.5 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 2007 | southern Norway | M2.5 | 130 km | 15 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 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 | - | 123 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 112 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 112 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.8 in |
Kviteseid has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 24°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and April the driest (1.9").