Weather in Oslo
What's the weather like in Oslo?
Oslo has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 0°C (31°F) in January to 22°C (71°F) in July, with overnight lows around -5°C (23°F) and 14°C (56°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Oslo are June through August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇳🇴 Norway
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Oslo
- Coordinates
- 59.914, 10.752
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 31°F | -5°C / 23°F | 77 mm | 19 | — |
| February | 2°C / 35°F | -4°C / 25°F | 70 mm | 16 | — |
| March | 5°C / 41°F | -2°C / 28°F | 50 mm | 14 | — |
| April | 11°C / 51°F | 1°C / 35°F | 52 mm | 13 | — |
| May | 16°C / 60°F | 7°C / 44°F | 76 mm | 17 | — |
| June | 21°C / 69°F | 12°C / 53°F | 80 mm | 17 | — |
| July | 22°C / 71°F | 14°C / 56°F | 102 mm | 21 | — |
| August | 20°C / 68°F | 12°C / 54°F | 98 mm | 19 | — |
| September | 16°C / 61°F | 10°C / 49°F | 97 mm | 17 | — |
| October | 9°C / 49°F | 5°C / 40°F | 99 mm | 19 | — |
| November | 4°C / 39°F | 0°C / 33°F | 86 mm | 17 | — |
| December | 1°C / 33°F | -4°C / 25°F | 66 mm | 17 | — |
Oslo by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Oslo?
The most comfortable months in Oslo are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Oslo?
July is typically the hottest month in Oslo, averaging a high of 22°C (71°F).
What is the coldest month in Oslo?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -5°C (23°F).
Does it snow in Oslo?
Snow is rare in Oslo; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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