Weather & Climate in Skien, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Skien has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. The area receives 14.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 10.3 sq mi (26.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,913/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.2096°N, 9.6090°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
15 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 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Nov 19, 1994 | 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway | M3.5 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Nov 29, 2000 | 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden | M3.4 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jun 29, 2004 | 17 km E of Hovden, Norway | M3.1 | 116 km | 8 km |
| Sep 28, 1993 | 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden | M2.9 | 87 km | 10 km |
| May 25, 2008 | 4 km WSW of Åneby, Norway | M2.9 | 118 km | 15 km |
| Aug 1, 1994 | 30 km N of Noresund, Norway | M2.7 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Aug 15, 1991 | 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway | M2.7 | 40 km | 10 km |
| Nov 19, 1994 | 7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway | M2.7 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Nov 21, 1994 | 6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway | M2.7 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2005 | 7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway | M2.6 | 45 km | 15 km |
| Feb 1, 1991 | 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway | M2.6 | 43 km | 10 km |
| Aug 29, 1991 | 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden | M2.6 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Dec 12, 1994 | 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway | M2.6 | 111 km | 5 km |
| May 23, 1990 | 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden | M2.5 | 88 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | - | 72 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.7 in |
Skien has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.9").