Norway Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Norway: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Norway month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27° | 17° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 29° | 19° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 44° | 31° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 53° | 36° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 63° | 46° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 66° | 53° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 72° | 57° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 55° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 49° | 40° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 38° | 31° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 33° | 26° | 2,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Norway
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Norway compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Norway.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 250 mi | 46°F | +33°F warmer | 25 in |
| Sweden | 259 mi | 46°F | +34°F warmer | 24 in |
| Stockholm | 259 mi | 46°F | +34°F warmer | 24 in |
| Denmark | 300 mi | 50°F | +38°F warmer | 25 in |
| Copenhagen | 300 mi | 50°F | +38°F warmer | 25 in |
Climate by city in Norway
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit Norway
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Norway
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is 4.5°F above the 67°F typical for this month.
A 80% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 75°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Norway is a country in Europe. Norway is a country in Europe with its capital at Oslo. It has a population of about 5.5 million. The capital is Oslo.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Norway with partly cloudy. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 59°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Norway is May, June, July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 72°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 17°F.
The closest major airport is Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), about 23 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is 4.5°F above the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Norway today at 9.3/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Norway
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 59°54′50″N 10°45′7.9″E (59.9139, 10.7522) |
| Capital | Oslo |
| Population | 5.500.000 |
| Area | 148.729 sq mi |
| ISO code | NO |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | NOR |
| Currency | Norwegian krone (NOK) |
| Languages | Norwegian |
| Calling code | +47 |
| Time zone | Europe/Oslo |
| Local time | 4:57 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Weather map for Norway
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Animated layers by Windy. For pin-level detail and nearby places, see the interactive map below.
Explore Norway
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Climate for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Norway?
Norway is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 59.9139, 10.7522. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Norway right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 59% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Norway?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Norway, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Norway in?
Norway observes Europe/Oslo (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:57 PM.
How many people live in Norway?
Norway has a population of approximately 5.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Norway?
The closest airports are Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), 23 mi away, Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), 250 mi away and Copenhagen Airport (CPH), 305 mi away.
What places are in Norway?
Norway covers 2 places in this atlas, including Bergen and Oslo.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 4:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
