Oslo

Oslo County Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Oslo County, Norway in December.

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Planning a trip to Oslo County, Norway this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Oslo County in December

Oslo County, Norway is a region in Norway. December in Oslo County generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) in Oslo. In numerous regions in Norway, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Oslo County, Norway, check out the map below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 72 mm (2.8 in) in Oslo.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Oslo receives about 39 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Oslo County in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Oslo County.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Oslo County

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Oslo County, Norway?

Oslo

In December Oslo generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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November
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Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
39 hours
45 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Oslo County, in Norway.

In our records: Norway December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Norway in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Norway was -37°C (-35°F) in Røros on December 20, 1981.

Oslo County weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oslo County, Norway in December?

Expect poor weather across Oslo County, Norway in December. The popular destination of Oslo averages 1°C (34°F) by day and -5°C (23°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Oslo County, Norway in December?

Average temperatures in Oslo County, Norway during December range from a nighttime low near -5°C (23°F) to a daytime high around 1°C (34°F) in Oslo.

Does Oslo County, Norway get a lot of snow/rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Oslo County, Norway. Oslo averages only about 72 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Oslo County, Norway?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Oslo, December may not be the ideal time to visit Oslo County, Norway.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Oslo. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Oslo County.

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