Oslo · SpringMonth summary
Oslo weather in March
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
28°F – 41°F
🌧 Rainy days
27% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Oslo in March?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Oslo in March: 27% rain, 8.6h of sunshine. Better to wait for June.
By trip type
Oslo in March by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in March
Spring marks the start of the good season in Oslo. Temperatures rise (5°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 27% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 23°F | 34°F | 35% | 0.1in | 1.7h | 2.0/10 |
| 🌨️ February | 27°F | 36°F | 37% | 0.1in | 5.7h | 3.5/10 |
| 🌫️ March | 28°F | 41°F | 27% | 0.1in | 8.6h | 4.3/10 |
| 🌫️ April | 36°F | 52°F | 27% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 6.9/10 |
| ⛅ May | 46°F | 63°F | 36% | 0.1in | 13.5h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 54°F | 70°F | 40% | 0.1in | 14.6h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 57°F | 70°F | 42% | 0.1in | 13.8h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 55°F | 68°F | 42% | 0.1in | 11.5h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ September | 50°F | 61°F | 38% | 0.1in | 8.1h | 6.5/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 41°F | 52°F | 41% | 0.1in | 4.5h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 34°F | 41°F | 40% | 0.1in | 0.9h | 1.4/10 |
| 🌨️ December | 28°F | 36°F | 41% | 0.1in | 0.2h | 1.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In March, Oslo averages 41°F, 27% rainy days and 8.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.3/10.
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Comparison
March vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +16°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +13%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +6.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Oslo in March
Is March a good time to visit Oslo?
March is not recommended for Oslo (score 4.3/10). With 27% rainy days and 8.6h of sunshine, consider June (7.8/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Oslo in March?
It's cool with 41°F daytime and 28°F at night. 8.6h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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