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Oslo, Oslo, Norway

Oslo in April

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Oslo are May, June, July and August. In April, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
8°C
Rainfall
25 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In April, Oslo is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 8°C with about 25mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Oslo in April

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Stortorvet
Stortorvet is a square in Oslo, Norway, located west of Oslo Cathedral.
Battle of the Square
The Battle of the Square was a skirmish between Norwegian demonstrators and military forces of the United Kingdoms of Sweden and Norway that took place in Oslo, Norway, on the even
1858 Christiania fire
The 1858 Christiania fire, starting on 14 April 1858, severely destroyed several city blocks near Stortorvet in Christiania, Norway. 41 buildings were destroyed, and about 1,000 p
Stortorvet tram stop
Stortorvet is a tram stop on the Oslo Tramway in Oslo, Norway. The station is located on the square Stortorvet in the city centre. It is served by the lines 17, 18 and 19. In 2009,
Local food tour of Oslo
Taste the signature dishes of Oslo.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Oslo in April: FAQ

Is April a good time to visit Oslo?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Oslo's best months are generally May, June, July and August.

What is the weather like in Oslo in April?+

Expect average temperatures around 8°C. Rainfall averages about 25mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Oslo in April?+

Based on the typical April weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Oslo in April?+

Popular things to do include Stortorvet, Battle of the Square, 1858 Christiania fire and Stortorvet tram stop. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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