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Oslo, Oslo, Norway

Oslo in August

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. The best months for Oslo are May, June, July and August. In August, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest.
Avg temp
16°C
Rainfall
67 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In August, Oslo is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 16°C with about 67mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Oslo in August

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 August: FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Oslo?+

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. Oslo's best months are generally May, June, July and August.

What is the weather like in Oslo in August?+

Expect average temperatures around 16°C. Rainfall averages about 67mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Oslo in August?+

Based on the typical August weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Oslo in August?+

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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