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Oslo, Oslo, Norway

Oslo in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Oslo are May, June, July and August. In December, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
1°C
Rainfall
87 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Oslo is typically cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 1°C with about 87mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Oslo in December

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 December: FAQ

Is December 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 December?+

Expect average temperatures around 1°C. Rainfall averages about 87mm for the month. In short, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Oslo in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Oslo in December?+

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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