Norway Population (2026)
Population of Norway with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Norway
Norway ranks #22 by population among 38 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Norway
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 59°54′50″N 10°45′7.9″E (59.9139, 10.7522) |
| Capital | Oslo |
| Population | 5.500.000 |
| Area | 148.729 sq mi |
| ISO code | NO |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | NOR |
| Currency | Norwegian krone (NOK) |
| Languages | Norwegian |
| Calling code | +47 |
| Time zone | Europe/Oslo |
| Local time | 4:49 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Population by city in Norway
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Norway is a country in Europe. Norway is a country in Europe with its capital at Oslo. It has a population of about 5.5 million. The capital is Oslo.
Right now it is 45°F (7°C) in Norway with overcast. It feels like 39°F. Today runs from 45°F to 51°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Norway is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 72°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 17°F.
The closest major airport is Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), about 23 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 51°F is in line with the 49°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Norway today at 8.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Norway
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 59°54′50″N 10°45′7.9″E (59.9139, 10.7522)
Explore Norway
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Population for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Norway?
Norway is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 59.9139, 10.7522. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Norway right now?
It is currently 45°F (7°C) with overcast. Humidity is 96% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Norway?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Norway, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Norway in?
Norway observes Europe/Oslo (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:49 AM.
How many people live in Norway?
Norway has a population of approximately 5.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Norway?
The closest airports are Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), 23 mi away, Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), 250 mi away and Copenhagen Airport (CPH), 305 mi away.
What places are in Norway?
Norway covers 2 places in this atlas, including Bergen and Oslo.
Related articles
Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 24, 2026 at 4:49 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
