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Weather & Climate in Svelgen, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Svelgen 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 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 121.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 60.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 40.8°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 125 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,176/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.7698°N, 5.2954°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
86 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Nov 8, 1992 | 132 km W of Måløy, Norway | M4.6 | 146 km | 33 km |
| Jan 12, 2025 | 43 km WNW of Larsnes, Norway | M4.5 | 66 km | 10 km |
| Jun 26, 1993 | 81 km NW of Larsnes, Norway | M4.2 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Jun 26, 1993 | 101 km NW of Larsnes, Norway | M4.2 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jul 27, 1994 | 114 km WNW of Larsnes, Norway | M4.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Nov 7, 2017 | 20 km WSW of Manger, Norway | M4.0 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Aug 26, 2022 | 117 km NW of M?l?y, Norway | M3.8 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jan 21, 2007 | 6 km SW of Midsund, Norway | M3.7 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Nov 13, 1995 | 56 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.6 | 69 km | 10 km |
| Dec 31, 1991 | 56 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 75 km | 10 km |
| May 29, 1999 | 19 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 37 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 2001 | 91 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.5 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jan 19, 1990 | 22 km WSW of Måløy, Norway | M3.4 | 32 km | 10 km |
| Jan 16, 2005 | 16 km WNW of Steinshamn, Norway | M3.3 | 125 km | 15 km |
| Oct 31, 1996 | 86 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.3 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 1995 | 53 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.3 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Jun 28, 1992 | 35 km WNW of Måløy, Norway | M3.2 | 53 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 1992 | 28 km W of Hardbakke, Norway | M3.2 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 1995 | 60 km WNW of Florø, Norway | M3.2 | 72 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 1995 | 69 km W of Måløy, Norway | M3.2 | 79 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
11 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 | — | 85 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 82 km |
| 1934 | TAFJORD | Meteorological | 62.3 m | 41 | 123 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 82 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | — | 85 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | — | 142 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | — | 65 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 88 km |
| 1987 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 3.0 m | — | 85 km |
| 1880 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | — | 102 km |
| 1731 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | — | 17 | 107 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 12.8 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 10.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 9.9 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 6.1 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 5.3 in | Driest |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 14.0 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 13.7 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 13.9 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
Svelgen has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 30°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 121.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.1") and May the driest (5.3").