What November feels like in Oslo
For Oslo, November is late autumn on the calendar. It is cold outside for most of the day; indoor breaks come as a relief. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights hover around freezing, so frost is common and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Oslo in November
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 3, with dry spells in between. Each rainy day adds about 6.9 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Oslo's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 7.1 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in November
On 15 November the sun rises at about 8:13 am and sets around 3:51 pm local time, giving 7 h 38 min of daylight. Days are getting shorter: 2 h 40 min less daylight than in mid-October. The sun is out for roughly 33% of those daylight hours, so skies are often cloudy.
How November compares to the rest of the year
In Oslo's temperature order, November sits as the 4th coolest month. Against October, the average high is 5.2°C (9.4°F) lower, with 9 mm less rain. Temperatures keep falling into December. December averages a high of 0.2°C (32.4°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — warm places to spend the coldest part of the day.
Tips for visiting Oslo in November
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Quick questions
How warm is Oslo in November?
Afternoons average 4.3°C (39.7°F) and nights about 0.6°C (33.1°F) — cold by most people's standards. It is the 4th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Oslo in November?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about one day in 3 and totals about 83 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Oslo in November?
The numbers point to rain protection and warm layers. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is November or December better for visiting Oslo?
November scores better on our climate ranking (#10 of 12 vs #12), rated Poor against Poor. December is cooler.