2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Oslo in August

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

August is an excellent time to visit Oslo. Oslo has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 21°C, lows of 13°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

Avg High

21°C

Avg Low

13°C

Rainy days

9days

Daylight

15.7h

Is August a good time to visit Oslo?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:32 AM

Sunset

9:13 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 4°C 0°C 12 Good
February 5°C -1°C 10 Good
March 6°C -1°C 8 Good
April 12°C 2°C 6 Good
May 15°C 5°C 7 Excellent (best)
June 23°C 14°C 12 Excellent (best)
July 18°C 12°C 16 Excellent (best)
August 21°C 13°C 9 Excellent (best)
September 17°C 9°C 12 Excellent (best)
October 11°C 7°C 21 Wet
November 7°C 3°C 14 Wet
December 3°C 1°C 26 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for August

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is August a good time to visit Oslo? +

August is typically Excellent for visiting Oslo, with average highs of 21°C and around 9 rainy days.

What should I pack for Oslo in August? +

With highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Oslo in August? +

Oslo typically sees around 9 rainy days in August.

How many hours of daylight are there in Oslo in August? +

In August, Oslo gets approximately 15.7 hours of daylight per day.

Is August peak season in Oslo? +

Yes, August is peak season in Oslo. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Oslo? +

The best months to visit Oslo are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Oslo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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