What to pack for Oslo in January
- serious winter gear: insulated coat, thermal layers
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 83%; max daily wind around 16 km/h. Snow falls on about 6.8 days.
How January compares
Best months in Oslo: June–September. See the full best time to visit Oslo guide.
Oslo in January: the details
In January, Oslo sees average daytime highs of 0°C (33°F) and overnight lows of -5°C (23°F). Rainfall totals roughly 67 mm across 10.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 2.8 hours per day with 6.4 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 83%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 9th-wettest in Oslo. The sunniest month is June (13 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 0°C / 33°F |
| Overnight low | -5°C / 23°F |
| Rainfall | 67 mm over 10.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 2.8 h/day (6.4 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 83% |
| Travel score | 0.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Oslo, Norway (59.91, 10.75) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Oslo in January?
Daytime highs in Oslo in January average 0°C (33°F); nights drop to about -5°C.
Does it rain in Oslo in January?
Expect around 10.3 rainy days and 67 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Oslo?
January is a challenging month to visit Oslo — consider June–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.0/10. The best months are June–September.
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