Oslo

Oslo County Weather in March

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

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Oslo

Planning a journey to Oslo County, Norway this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Oslo County in March

Oslo County, Norway is a region in Norway. March in Oslo County generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Oslo.

To explore the conditions in Oslo County, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 54 mm (2.1 in) in Oslo. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Oslo, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Oslo typically sees 129 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Oslo County in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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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 March for the most popular destinonation in Oslo County, Norway?

Oslo

In March Oslo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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February
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Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
83 hours
129 hours
165 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
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 March extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Norway brought 300 mm (12 in) in Øvre Ramse on March 31, 2022.

Oslo County weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Oslo County, Norway brings poor weather. In Oslo, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near -4°C (25°F).

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

Average temperatures in Oslo County, Norway during March range from a nighttime low near -4°C (25°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Oslo.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Oslo County, Norway during March, with Oslo averaging close to 54 mm (2.1 in).

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

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Oslo County, Norway due to the typically poor weather in Oslo.

On average, the best time to visit Oslo County, Norway is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Oslo. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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