Oslo · October
Run in the midday.
Cold: average high 49°F, low 41°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 85% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 16 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
49° / 41°F
Humidity
85%
Rain days
16/mo
Wind
10 mph
What October feels like in Oslo
Sunrise
07:58
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:06
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Oslo in October
The kit for October in Oslo: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-12° avg high
+2 rain days
Oslo in September →
October
49°F avg high
16 rain days
Best: midday
vs November
+10° avg high
0 rain days
Oslo in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Oslo in October?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Oslo in October?+
Average high 49°F, average low 41°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Oslo?+
Compared to September (avg high 61°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 40°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Oslo in October?+
Expect about 16 measurable rain days in October, on average.