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Weather & Climate in Voss, Norway
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Voss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 192 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 44.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
53°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 37.9°F |
| 30% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,618/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.6287°N, 6.4147°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
41 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 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Nov 7, 2017 | 20 km WSW of Manger, Norway | M4.0 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Aug 6, 1992 | 17 km NNE of Etne, Norway | M3.7 | 93 km | 33 km |
| Apr 14, 1992 | 9 km SSW of Ølen, Norway | M3.7 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Jun 14, 1990 | 2 km E of Sandsli, Norway | M3.7 | 69 km | 10 km |
| Dec 8, 2000 | 37 km WSW of Storebø, Norway | M3.6 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2012 | 13 km WSW of Ølen, Norway | M3.6 | 130 km | 6 km |
| May 22, 1992 | 28 km W of Hardbakke, Norway | M3.2 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2012 | 18 km SSW of Fedje, Norway | M3.2 | 102 km | 30 km |
| May 25, 2007 | 31 km W of Rubbestadneset, Norway | M3.2 | 132 km | 0 km |
| Jun 29, 2004 | 17 km E of Hovden, Norway | M3.1 | 138 km | 8 km |
| Feb 25, 1990 | 6 km WNW of Sauda, Norway | M3.0 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1991 | 5 km SSE of Rosendal, Norway | M3.0 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Apr 4, 1990 | 9 km NNW of Dale, Norway | M3.0 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2006 | 39 km WNW of Fedje, Norway | M3.0 | 133 km | 12 km |
| Sep 23, 1990 | 5 km NE of Eike, Norway | M2.8 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Aug 24, 1991 | 2 km E of Svelgen, Norway | M2.7 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 1992 | 15 km SW of Dale, Norway | M2.7 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Oct 18, 1990 | 18 km WSW of Dale, Norway | M2.7 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 1993 | 6 km NNW of Sande, Norway | M2.7 | 91 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
7 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 | - | 138 km |
| 1936 | LOEN | Meteorological | 74.0 m | 73 | 140 km |
| 1905 | LOEN | Meteorological | 40.5 m | 61 | 140 km |
| 1936 | LAKE LOVATNET | Meteorological | 40.0 m | - | 138 km |
| 1983 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 7.0 m | - | 97 km |
| 1998 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 88 km |
| 1994 | WESTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 4.0 m | - | 72 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 8.9 in | |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 9.0 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
Voss has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 25°F in February to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 79.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.0") and May the driest (3.1").