Norway Oslo Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Oslo is high
Oslo Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 11° / 4°
- Rainfall
- 100mm · 12 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Oslo in October averages a high of 11°C and low of 4°C with 100mm of rain over about 12 days. Autumn — heavy jacket + sweater + waterproof boots. Fall foliage peak first 2 weeks. Daylight 10-11 hours. Increased darkness.
October is high for Oslo.
October is Oslo's fall foliage peak month — high 11°C / 52°F, low 4°C / 39°F. Daylight 10-11 hours. Fall foliage peaks first 2 weeks at Vigeland Park, Frogner Park, Akerselva river walk in Grünerløkka.
Hotel pricing at shoulder-season — book 4-6 weeks ahead. The smart October move: target the first 2 weeks (peak foliage + still mild weather) for the year's best autumn value.
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Oslo October Weather Stats
Avg High
11°C
Avg Low
4°C
Rainy Days
12
100mm total
Sunshine
3h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
moderate
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 32
Sea Temp
11°C
freezing
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
7 μg/m³
PM10
17 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
9°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 32 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Fall foliage peak first 2 weeks
- Hotel pricing shoulder season
- Fårikål + lutefisk season
- Oslo World Music Festival
- Crowds dropping
Cons
- Rain at year-peak (12 rainy days, 100mm)
- Daylight Saving Time ends late October
- Cool 11°C / 52°F
- Cape Cod-style chilly evenings
October Events & Festivals
- Fall foliage peak first 2 weeks
- Oslo World Music Festival (late October)
- Halloween commercial events (Oct 31)
Oslo in October — Full Picture
October is Oslo's fall foliage peak month — high 11°C / 52°F, low 4°C / 39°F. Daylight 10-11 hours. Fall foliage peaks first 2 weeks at Vigeland Park, Frogner Park, Akerselva river walk in Grünerløkka.
Hotel pricing at shoulder-season — book 4-6 weeks ahead. The smart October move: target the first 2 weeks (peak foliage + still mild weather) for the year's best autumn value.
Oslo World Music Festival (late October, the canonical Norwegian world-music festival across multiple Sentrum venues) brings international acts — tickets $30-80 per show.
Fårikål season continues. Lutefisk season begins late October at Engebret Café + traditional restaurants.
Weather variable — rain probability at year-peak (12 rainy days, 100mm rainfall). Pack waterproof boots + heavy jacket. Daylight Saving Time ends late October — evening darkness begins by 17:00.
Norway in a Nutshell day trips still operational but Flåm Railway weather variable (snow possible at Myrdal).
What to Wear & What to Pack
Autumn — heavy jacket + sweater + waterproof boots. Fall foliage peak first 2 weeks. Daylight 10-11 hours. Increased darkness.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
9.3°C
1.3°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
21.7°C
11.7°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current11°C
4°C
11.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
-1°C
-6°C
8.7/mo
Oslo Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2° | -7° | 9d·50mm | 1h | 80% | 0 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -1° | -7° | 7d·40mm | 2h | 78% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -3° | 8d·50mm | 4h | 75% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 9° | 1° | 9d·50mm | 6h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 16° | 6° | 9d·60mm | 8h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 20° | 10° | 10d·70mm | 9h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 23° | 13° | 11d·80mm | 9h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 22° | 12° | 11d·90mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 17° | 8° | 11d·90mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 4° | 12d·100mm | 3h | 80% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 5° | 0° | 11d·80mm | 1h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 0° | -4° | 10d·60mm | 1h | 82% | 0 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Oslo?
Oslo in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Oslo in October?
Oslo October averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C.
Does it rain much in Oslo in October?
Oslo October averages 100mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Oslo in October?
Autumn — heavy jacket + sweater + waterproof boots. Fall foliage peak first 2 weeks. Daylight 10-11 hours. Increased darkness.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Oslo in October?
Oslo October sunrise is 07:40 and sunset is 18:00, with 10h 20m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Oslo in October?
Oslo October air quality (AQI) averages 27, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 7μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Oslo in October?
In October, Oslo is great for Fall foliage walking Vigeland + Frogner + Akerselva, Fårikål traditional restaurants, Lutefisk late October.
Is October peak season in Oslo?
Oslo October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.