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Oslo, Oslo, Norway

Oslo in March

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Oslo are May, June, July and August. In March, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; very little rain.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
3°C
Rainfall
13 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In March, Oslo is typically cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 3°C with about 13mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Oslo in March

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 March: FAQ

Is March 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 March?+

Expect average temperatures around 3°C. Rainfall averages about 13mm for the month. In short, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; very little rain.

What should I pack for Oslo in March?+

Based on the typical March weather: cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; very little rain.

What is there to do in Oslo in March?+

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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