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Oslo in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Oslo in November will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Oslo, based on historical data.
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November

Weather in Oslo in November 2024

OK Weather
Cool
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Oslo in November, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +4°C during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 9 rainy days in the month and around 70 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+4°C
Avg. max. temperature
-15°C
Min.
+15°C
Max.
70 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Oslo has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Oslo in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Oslo for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +6°C during the day to a minimum of -9°C during the night, the temperature in November averages around +2°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +1°C to -1°C.

Is Oslo warm or cold in November?

Oslo is typically cool in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +10°C to +4°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +4°C to 0°C.

Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Oslo:

Water temperature in Oslo in November

Water in Oslo in November is Cold. It varies from +6°C to +12°C, with an average of +9°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +4°C.

In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Oslo are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +18°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +3°C.

Can you swim in Oslo in November?

We would not recommend swimming in Oslo in November, the water is very cold (+9°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Oslo in November

Oslo weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+10°C+4°C+1°C
Min. temperature
-7°C-15°C-26°C
Max. temperature
+19°C+15°C+13°C
Rainfall
114 mm70 mm34 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+12°C+9°C+6°C
Humidity
79%83%84%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1009 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
222
Cloudy days
121214
Rainy days
1594
Snowy days
1711

November weather is still as ok as in October. It’s getting colder in November. From +10°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +4°C. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 114 mm to 70 mm. Humidity rises from 79% to 83%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Oslo in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Oslo is gradually increasing during November, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Oslo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 33% chance of rain on an average day in November, with total rainfall of approximately 72 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Oslo wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 114 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 26 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during November in Oslo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of snow on an average day in November, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 21 mm.

Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last November in Oslo?

This is the weather in Oslo in November 2023:
1 November
☁️
+1°C
2 November
🌨️
+3°C
3 November
🌧️
+5°C
4 November
☁️
+5°C
5 November
☁️
+6°C
6 November
🌧️
+5°C
7 November
☁️
+5°C
8 November
☁️
+5°C
9 November
🌧️
+6°C
10 November
☁️
+5°C
11 November
🌧️
+3°C
12 November
🌧️
+3°C
13 November
☁️
+1°C
14 November
☁️
+1°C
15 November
☁️
-2°C
16 November
☁️
-2°C
17 November
☁️
-2°C
18 November
☀️
-4°C
19 November
☁️
-3°C
20 November
☁️
0°C
21 November
☁️
-1°C
22 November
☁️
+6°C
23 November
☁️
+6°C
24 November
☁️
+3°C
25 November
☀️
+2°C
26 November
☁️
-2°C
27 November
☁️
-2°C
28 November
☁️
-3°C
29 November
☁️
0°C
30 November
☁️
-1°C
In November 2023 Oslo had 2 sunny days, 22 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +2°C, with an absolute maximum of +6°C and a minimum of -4°C. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Oslo climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Oslo in November has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+8°C) and the highest in 2020 (+12°C). The driest year was 1981 with only 527 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 2467 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Oslo in November:

Is November a good time to visit Oslo?

It’s always a good time to visit Oslo, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Oslo in November?

Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Oslo in November?

Swimming in Oslo in November is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Oslo rainy in November?

Oslo is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Oslo in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Oslo in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Norway

Check out the weather for other cities in Norway.

Monthly weather in Oslo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Oslo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.