Oslo weather in March (Oslo County, Norway)
Curious about the March weather in Oslo? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In March, Oslo generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 5°C. But by evening, they drop to around -4°C.
Oslo in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 14 days of snow/rain.
The area enjoys a balanced 129 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Oslo. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Oslo climate page with graphs.
Oslo, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
-4°C
Max Temperature
5°C
Water Temperature
2°C
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
54 mm
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
77%
Windspeed
7 km/h
Sunshine
129 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Norway in March
Find out more about the weather in Norway in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Oslo in March?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 2°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.
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