October 17 is generally a great time to visit Oslo. While there is a slight chance of rain (21%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 8°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Oslo right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Oslo
Currency
NOK
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Language
Norwegian Nynorsk
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.465
Oslo Weather Forecast for October 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 8.3°C. 21% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Oslo in October
Based on historical data for October 17, Oslo typically experiences temperatures between 3.5°C and 8.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (21% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Oslo
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
8.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
6.2°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Rain Chance
21%
Avg 1.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
72%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.8 hPa
High volatility
Oslo Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 114 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 171 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 285 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Norway
Flight Traffic
High
92/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~334
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Oslo
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:01
☀️ Noon
12:03
🌇 Sunset
17:05
⏱️ Daylight
10h 4m
Wind Speed
12.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
4.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
87%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Oslo
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Oslo on October 17 averages 8.3°C with a 21% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 60/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Oslo Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 10
11°C • 29% rain
Score
72
October 11
10.8°C • 25% rain
Score
72
October 12
10.5°C • 21% rain
Score
72
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Oslo Worth Visiting on October 17?
Planning a trip to Oslo on October 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 8.3°C with a 21% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 334 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Norway, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 10.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.2m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.9°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 1.3°C in 2025.