Counted over the next 14 days. A sunny day is dry, mostly clear and reaches at least 22°C.
Today in Oslo
Open the full day →What's on this week
Mon 5 – Sun 11. Each item links to where we found it.
- Ongoing
Lokførerstreik affects Vy trains
Train driver strike is ongoing and escalating. Several Vy train lines are affected, particularly Kongsvingerbanen. Specific lines affected on October 10 include L1, R12, R13, R14, RE10, RE20. Passengers should check the Vy app or vy.no before traveling.
- Sat 10 – Sun 11
Oslo S closure and extensive work
Extensive work at Oslo S station means no trains will enter or leave Oslo city center during this weekend.
- Last days · Until Fri 9
MIRAGE International Festival for Film Art
An international festival for film art, featuring screenings, talks, and special programs.
- Last days · Until Fri 9
Road works: Johan Svendsens gate (preparation/milling)
Preparation and milling work with manual traffic directing.
- Last days · Until Fri 9
Road works: Ytre Ringvei (milling/asphalting)
Milling and asphalting work with manual traffic directing.
- Last days · Until Fri 9
Road works: Karenslyst alle (preparation)
Preparation work for asphalting.
26 more this week in the app
Things to do in Oslo
The city's classics, ranked for a first visit. Places a local guide stops at say so.
No verdicts on these places yet. Been to any? Say whether it's worth it — that is exactly what the next traveller reads here.
Photos: Jorge Franganillo
When to go
The next 14 days — crowds, weather and what's on in one strip. Tap a day to open it.
- Thu810°
- Fri910°
- Sat108°
- Sun118°
- Mon1210°
- Tue1312°
- Wed1412°
- Thu1511°
- Fri1610°
- Sat179°
- Sun189°
- Mon1911°
- Tue209°
- Wed2113°
Crowds:QuietComfortableBusyVery busy
Best pickBusiestSomething on
Best days: Mon 12, Thu 15 and Mon 19
Picked for lighter crowds and good weather.
What Oslo is like
A year-round read of the city's character, not this week's weather.
Oslo leans hardest into Nature, Culture and Sport — and Value matters least here.
Good to know about Oslo
- Almost everyone speaks fluent English in Oslo, but learning a few basic Norwegian phrases is always appreciated. Source
- Oslo's tap water is very safe to drink and among the best in the world, so don't hesitate to refill your bottle. Source
- While the Airport Express (Flytoget) is fast, local trains are a much cheaper alternative and only take a few minutes longer to the city center. Source
- Ruter public transport is excellent, but the ticket app is essential for seamless travel and the best prices. Source
- Hiking opportunities are right on the city's doorstep in Nordmarka, but make sure to bring proper footwear and download an offline map. Source
- Mushroom foraging season runs from late summer well into autumn, but it's crucial to know toxic species and only pick what you can identify. Source
- While there are many museums, some, like the Munch Museum or the National Museum, require booking in advance, especially during peak season. Source
- Christmas markets kick off as early as mid-November, but the truly magical ones, like at Norsk Folkemuseum, are only open on Advent weekends. Source
All scores and the radar
The vibe of this city
How strongly this place leans into each kind of trip — a stable read on its everlasting character, not today's weather.
Year-round profile
How Oslo scores, dimension by dimension
Calmstrong · 57Why
Most of the city centre is car-free and public transport makes it easy to reach genuinely quiet districts like Frogner, known for its elegant boulevards and parks, perfect for relaxed strolls. Source
Adventurestrong · 67Why
You can go world-class hiking in Nordmarka or Østmarka, easily reachable by metro or bus, or rent a bike to explore the many cycle lanes. Source
Naturevery strong · 80Why
Access the vast Oslomarka forest, with its trails and lakes like Sognsvann, by a short metro ride, or take a ferry to the fjord islands for beaches and nature. Source
Foodstrong · 64Why
Oslo has a strong food scene including several Michelin-starred restaurants, such as Maaemo with three stars and Kontrast with two, alongside many specialty coffee shops. Source
Sportvery strong · 75Why
Find continuous traffic-free running routes along the Akerselva river path or around Sognsvann lake, and take advantage of extensive bike lanes and bike-share options for getting around. Source
Culturevery strong · 76Why
Explore the new National Museum and the Munch Museum, or marvel at the architecture of the Oslo Opera House, where you can even walk on the roof for views. Source
Socialstrong · 65Why
The Grünerløkka neighborhood is known for its lively nightlife with bars and clubs, and the city hosts major festivals like Øyafestivalen in August. Source
Familystrong · 63Why
Oslo is a very safe city with a low crime rate, and it offers family-friendly beaches like Huk and Hvervenbukta with shallow waters. Source
Romancevery strong · 73Why
Enjoy romantic dinners at Michelin-starred restaurants, stroll along the Havnepromenaden waterfront, or relax in a private floating sauna on the fjord. Source
Productivitystrong · 57Why
You can work efficiently with reliable high-speed internet access and available coworking spaces, plus leverage the city's bike-friendliness for quick commutes. Source
Valuequiet · 7Why
Oslo is an expensive city, especially for accommodation and dining, so to save money you should consider staying in a hostel and self-catering from supermarkets like Kiwi or Rema 1000. Source
Authenticitystrong · 68Why
The city has a strong local-to-tourist balance, meaning you can experience a genuine atmosphere and feel less like you are in a tourist trap. Source
Safetystrong · 66Why
Oslo is one of Europe's safest capitals with low violent crime rates, so you will feel safe walking alone even at night, though standard urban awareness is advised in crowded areas. Source
Weatherbalanced · 53Why
Summers (June-August) are mild with long daylight hours and average highs around 21-23°C in July, but evenings are cool and rain is possible year-round; winters are freezing and snowy. Source
Beautystrong · 64Why
The city features a distinctive mix of modern and heritage architecture, all set against the backdrop of forested hills and the waters of the Oslofjord. Source
Sealight · 26Why
Oslo is not a hot beach destination; water temperatures peak around 19-22°C in July and August. However, it offers many clean fjord swimming spots and island beaches like Langøyene or the Sørenga Seawater Pool. Source
Scored on 16 of 16 vibe dimensions from this city's year-round data.
Nearby and similar
Built from live weather, crowd, event and holiday data · updated 5 hours ago
- Is Oslo busy right now?
- Open today's date for Oslo to see the live vibe — we fuse weather, crowds, events and holidays into one busyness score, updated daily.
- When is Oslo least crowded?
- Browse the next 14 days above: each day is labelled from quiet to very busy. Quiet days are usually mid-week and away from holidays and big events.
- What's the weather like in Oslo?
- Each day card shows the expected highs, lows and rain for Oslo. Open any date for the hourly breakdown.