Average monthly wind speed in Oslo

Here you can view the typical wind conditions throughout the year in Oslo, (Oslo County), Norway.

These figures come from monthly climatological averages showing that Oslo sees peak wind speeds of 2 m/s (4 knots) during its windiest period and minimum speeds of 1 m/s (2 knots) during its calmest season.

An average speed of 1 m/s (2 knots) in February and December would indicate that the air is mostly very light. Some days there will be no wind, but others may see quite light breezes up to 3 m/s (6 knots). With this average on most days you'd rarely feel the air move on your skin. This light, harmless air movements translates to around 3.6 kilometers per hour or 2.2 miles per hour.

On the Beaufort scale, it is referred to as "light air." Smoke would tend to rise vertically or drift only slightly. Most days would not be windy enough to rustle the leaves, though there could be other periods of breezy conditions. This average wind speed results in pleasant and calm weather.

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. This means most days have light air movement that you can feel on your face. Flags move slightly and smoke drifts at an angle. The measurement represents 7.2 km/h or 4.5 mph. Some days are nearly calm while others have a bit stronger breezes.

For more detailed information about Oslo’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Oslo climate page.