2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Oslo in December

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

December is a wet time to visit Oslo. Oslo has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 3°C, lows of 1°C, and approximately 26 rainy days per month.

Avg High

3°C

Avg Low

1°C

Rainy days

26days

Daylight

6h

Is December a good time to visit Oslo?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

9:14 AM

Sunset

3:12 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 December

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

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

Planning a trip to Oslo?

Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Oslo? +

December is typically Wet for visiting Oslo, with average highs of 3°C and around 26 rainy days.

What should I pack for Oslo in December? +

With highs of 3°C and lows of 1°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Oslo in December? +

Oslo typically sees around 26 rainy days in December.

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

In December, Oslo gets approximately 6 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Oslo? +

No, December is not peak season in Oslo. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

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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