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Oslo in April
Oslo warms up: highs climb to 50°F (10°C), from 38°F in March, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 60/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 50°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What April feels like
Cool days top out near 50°F (10°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 34°F (1°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (61 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are May – August.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: May brings 3.6 in (92 mm).
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 7°C (12°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 43/100 in March to 60/100.
- Our Scandinavian Capitals route recommends Jun – Aug, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Insulated jackethighs only 50°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Oslo in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Lofoten Fiskerestaurant
Seafood restaurant on the Aker Brygge waterfront.
Why now April scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Oslo Opera House
Marble roof you can walk straight up for views over the Oslofjord.
Why now Highs near 50°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Akershus Fortress
Medieval fortress and castle on the harbor with free grounds.
Vigeland Park
Over 200 Gustav Vigeland sculptures set in Frogner Park.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Holmenkollen Ski Museum & Tower
Ski jump with a top-of-tower view and a ski history museum.
Nearby in April
- Flåm in April~140 mi · highs 44°F, 3.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Bergen in April~190 mi · highs 48°F, 6.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Geiranger in April~192 mi · highs 45°F, 5.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Stockholm in April~259 mi · highs 49°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~259 m to Oslo's ~22 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Oslo in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Oslo?
It's middling, scoring 60/100. The best months are May – August, at up to 81. Expect highs of 50°F (10°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain. Our Scandinavian Capitals route recommends Jun – Aug, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Oslo in April?
Average highs are 50°F (10°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Oslo in April?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 41.3 in (1049 mm).
What should I pack for Oslo in April?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 50°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Oslo in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.