Follo, Norway: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Follo, Norway? If you're planning to go to Follo, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Follo
- Important essentials for Follo
- Activities for Follo
- Follo in January: weather and what to pack
- Follo in February: weather and what to pack
- Follo in March: weather and what to pack
- Follo in April: weather and what to pack
- Follo in May: weather and what to pack
- Follo in June: weather and what to pack
- Follo in July: weather and what to pack
- Follo in August: weather and what to pack
- Follo in September: weather and what to pack
- Follo in October: weather and what to pack
- Follo in November: weather and what to pack
- Follo in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Follo, Norway
Based on the climate and weather in Follo, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Follo, Norway
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Follo, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Follo. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should work in most places, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Follo, Norway by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you are traveling to Follo in January, you will notice that it is very cold, very snowy and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain regularly and snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Heavy jacket
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
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Sweaters
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Heavy socks
Such as:
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Gloves
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Lip balm
Our choice: this one
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Warm pants or jeans
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Cold weather footwear
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Waterproof snow boots
In addition to regular shoes, it's important to bring snow boots. For visiting Follo, a great option is these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A windproof umbrella
This is something you need here. This one is an excellent option.
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Ski accessories
Follo has some excellent ski slopes If you plan to ski, we also recommend:
- day pack
- mittens (in addition to gloves)
- thermal pants
- lip balm with SPF
- ski socks (at least 2 pairs)
- ...and of course your ski gear
February
Traveling to Follo in February, you will notice that it is frosty and somewhat snowy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time and snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of our favorites:
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Pajamas
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Lip balm
The best is: here
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Fleece inner layer
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Heavy sweaters
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Extreme cold weather gloves
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Waterproof snow boots
In addition to standard footwear, it's important to bring snow boots. For visiting Follo, we suggest these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A umbrella
This is essential here. This one is a great choice.
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Ski accessories
Follo has some famous ski slopes If you plan to ski, we would recommend:
- day pack
- mittens (in addition to gloves)
- thermal pants
- lip balm with SPF
- ski socks (at least 2 pairs)
- ...and of course your ski gear
March
March in Follo is brisk, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It tends to rain about half of the time. It also snows about half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Warm pants or jeans
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Heavy jacket
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Sweaters
-
Gloves
-
Lip balm
Our choice: this
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Cold weather footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to day-to-day shoes, you should bring snow boots. For traveling to Follo, we suggest these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A wind resistant umbrella
This is important here. This one is a great option.
-
Ski accessories
Follo has some excellent skiing If you plan to ski, we would recommend:
- day pack
- mittens (in addition to gloves)
- thermal pants
- lip balm with SPF
- ski socks (at least 2 pairs)
- ...and of course your ski gear
April
In April, Follo is brisk and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Follo, with several of the days of the month having rain. In April, humidity reaches as high as 60%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Jacket or coat
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: this one
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Light gloves or mittens
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Extra socks
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Fleece
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to regular shoes, you should bring snow boots. For visiting Follo, we suggest these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A windproof umbrella
This is essential here. This one is a great choice.
-
Ski accessories
Follo has some good ski slopes If you plan to ski, we also recommend:
- day pack
- mittens (in addition to gloves)
- thermal pants
- lip balm with SPF
- ski socks (at least 2 pairs)
- ...and of course your ski gear
May
May in Follo is cool and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pants or jeans
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Dresses
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Standard footwear
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Extra socks
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Light and heavy skirts
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Light jacket or fleece
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A rain jacket to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be essential in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
June
In June, Follo is mild and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Follo, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 50%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Dresses
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Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
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Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
July
July in Follo is mild and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
Pants or jeans
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
August
August is balmy and very rainy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pants or jeans
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Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
September
If you go to Follo in September, you will notice that it is cool and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Standard footwear
-
Extra socks
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
October
If you go to Follo in October, you will notice that it is pretty cool and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best pick: this
-
Extra socks
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Fleece
-
Jacket or coat
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
November
November in Follo is brisk and somewhat rainy. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) to high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: this
-
Jacket or coat
-
Extra socks
-
Fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to regular shoes, it's important to bring snow boots. For visiting Follo, we suggest these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A wind resistant umbrella
This is something you need here. This one is a perfect choice.
-
Ski accessories
Follo has some good skiing If you plan to ski, we also recommend:
- day pack
- mittens (in addition to gloves)
- thermal pants
- lip balm with SPF
- ski socks (at least 2 pairs)
- ...and of course your ski gear
December
In December, Follo is frosty, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Follo, with several of the days of the month having rain. In December, humidity reaches as high as 90%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sweaters
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Gloves
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Lip balm
Our pick is: here
-
Heavy jacket
-
Cold weather footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to day-to-day shoes, you should bring snow boots. For visiting Follo, a great option is these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A wind resistant umbrella
This is vital here. This one is a great choice.
-
Ski accessories
Follo has some great ski areas If you plan to ski, we also suggest:
- day pack
- mittens (in addition to gloves)
- thermal pants
- lip balm with SPF
- ski socks (at least 2 pairs)
- ...and of course your ski gear
Activities for Follo, Norway
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Follo.
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