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Weather & Climate in Norheimsund, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Norheimsund has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 134 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 113.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 62.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
53°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 38.0°F |
| 30% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 134 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,952/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.3709°N, 6.1456°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
45 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.1.
| Aug 12, 2000 | 16 km W of Sveio, Norway | M4.1 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Nov 7, 2017 | 20 km WSW of Manger, Norway | M4.0 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Jun 14, 1990 | 2 km E of Sandsli, Norway | M3.7 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 1992 | 17 km NNE of Etne, Norway | M3.7 | 63 km | 33 km |
| Apr 14, 1992 | 9 km SSW of Ølen, Norway | M3.7 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2012 | 13 km WSW of Ølen, Norway | M3.6 | 98 km | 6 km |
| Dec 8, 2000 | 37 km WSW of Storebø, Norway | M3.6 | 96 km | 10 km |
| May 25, 2007 | 31 km W of Rubbestadneset, Norway | M3.2 | 102 km | 0 km |
| Mar 24, 2012 | 18 km SSW of Fedje, Norway | M3.2 | 93 km | 30 km |
| May 22, 1992 | 28 km W of Hardbakke, Norway | M3.2 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jun 29, 2004 | 17 km E of Hovden, Norway | M3.1 | 124 km | 8 km |
| Feb 25, 1990 | 6 km WNW of Sauda, Norway | M3.0 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2006 | 39 km WNW of Fedje, Norway | M3.0 | 129 km | 12 km |
| Oct 28, 1991 | 5 km SSE of Rosendal, Norway | M3.0 | 48 km | 10 km |
| Apr 4, 1990 | 9 km NNW of Dale, Norway | M3.0 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 1990 | 5 km NE of Eike, Norway | M2.8 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1992 | 3 km NW of Tau, Norway | M2.8 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Aug 30, 1994 | 4 km ENE of Vikevåg, Norway | M2.7 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 1993 | 6 km NNW of Sande, Norway | M2.7 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Oct 18, 1990 | 18 km WSW of Dale, Norway | M2.7 | 119 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 128 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 102 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 102 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 1.5 m | - | 150 km |
| 2011 | LYSEFJOREN, WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 150 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 12.2 in | |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 9.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 9.3 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | Driest |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 12.5 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 12.5 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 14.3 in | Wettest |
Norheimsund has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 26°F in February to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 113.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.3") and May the driest (4.6").