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Weather & Climate in Ørsta, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ørsta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 185 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 42.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 185 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,047/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.1998°N, 6.1290°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
60 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 | 71 km | 10 km |
| Jun 26, 1993 | 101 km NW of Larsnes, Norway | M4.2 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jul 27, 1994 | 114 km WNW of Larsnes, Norway | M4.2 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jun 26, 1993 | 81 km NW of Larsnes, Norway | M4.2 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Aug 26, 2022 | 117 km NW of M?l?y, Norway | M3.8 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Jan 21, 2007 | 6 km SW of Midsund, Norway | M3.7 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Nov 13, 1995 | 56 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.6 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Dec 31, 1991 | 56 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 2001 | 91 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 147 km | 10 km |
| May 29, 1999 | 19 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Jan 19, 1990 | 22 km WSW of Måløy, Norway | M3.4 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 1995 | 53 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.3 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jan 16, 2005 | 16 km WNW of Steinshamn, Norway | M3.3 | 69 km | 15 km |
| Oct 31, 1996 | 86 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.3 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jun 28, 1992 | 35 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.2 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 1995 | 60 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.2 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 1995 | 69 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.2 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1995 | 67 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.1 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Jan 23, 1991 | 58 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.1 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 1995 | 53 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.0 | 111 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
12 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 | - | 56 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 53 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 66 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 53 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 56 km |
| 1756 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 38.0 m | 32 | 111 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 136 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 122 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 106 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | - | 27 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | - | 53 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | - | 17 | 46 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 8.9 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 9.3 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 9.3 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
Ørsta has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 30°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 83.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.9") and May the driest (3.5").