Oslo Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Oslo, Norway in January

🌡️ Avg high
-4°C
🌙 Avg low
-12°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~89 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#12 of 12

January in Oslo at a glance

January in Oslo is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around -4°C and nights near -12°C. It is usually the coldest month of the year in Oslo.

January is one of the wetter months in Oslo, with around 89 mm of rain - plan around showers.

What to pack for Oslo in January

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Is January a good time to visit Oslo?

🧳 January is cold in Oslo. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days.

If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Oslo are usually May, June, July and August.

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FAQ

How hot is Oslo in January?

In January, Oslo averages a daytime high of about -4°C and a night-time low of around -12°C, based on recent historical data. That makes it the coldest month of the year there.

Does it rain in Oslo in January?

January is one of the wetter months in Oslo, with around 89 mm of rain - plan around showers.

Is January a good time to visit Oslo?

January is cold in Oslo. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Oslo are usually May, June, July and August.