Late winter · Weather & things to do
Oslo in February
Little changes in Oslo from January: highs stay near 30°F (-1°C), lows near 20°F (-7°C), and about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain or snow falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 40/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 30°F (-1°C)
- Avg low
- 20°F (-7°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.4 in (60 mm)
- Humidity
- 98%
- Cloud cover
- 82%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 40/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Highs only reach about 30°F (-1°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 20°F (-7°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 82%.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 48 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are May – August.
- Comfort holds steady from January (38 → 40/100).
- Our Scandinavian Capitals route recommends Jun – Aug, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 20°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.4 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Oslo in February
With highs near 30°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
MUNCH
Waterfront museum with the largest collection of Edvard Munch's work.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 30°F.
Tim Wendelboe
Tiny roastery-café run by a world barista champion.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 30°F.
Akershus Fortress
Medieval fortress and castle on the harbor with free grounds.
Mathallen Oslo
Food hall in a former factory by the Akerselva river.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Holmenkollen Ski Museum & Tower
Ski jump with a top-of-tower view and a ski history museum.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Nearby in February
- Flåm in February~140 mi · highs 35°F, 5.2 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Bergen in February~190 mi · highs 36°F, 8.6 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Geiranger in February~192 mi · highs 35°F, 7.4 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Stockholm in February~259 mi · highs 32°F, 1.6 in rain or snow · 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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Oslo?
It's middling, scoring 40/100. The best months are May – August, at up to 81. Expect highs of 30°F (-1°C) and 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain or snow. Our Scandinavian Capitals route recommends Jun – Aug, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Oslo in February?
Average highs are 30°F (-1°C) and average lows 20°F (-7°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Oslo in February?
Some: about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 41.3 in (1049 mm).
What should I pack for Oslo in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 20°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.4 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Oslo in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.