Hamar, Norway: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Hamar, Norway? If you're planning to go to Hamar, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Hamar, Norway

Based on the climate and weather in Hamar, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Hamar, Norway by month

January

January in Hamar is beyond freezing and very snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain sometimes.

It also snows about half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 80% to 90% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Fleeces
Thermal undergarments
Multiple layer jacket shell
Pajamas, such as sweats
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Insulated boots
Very heavy socks
Sweaters
Umbrella
Scarf
Gloves
Waterproof boots
Waterproof coat

February

February for Hamar is biting cold and very snowy. Temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It rains occasionally and snows about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Insulated boots
Multiple layer jacket shell
Pajamas, such as sweats
Fleeces
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Waterproof coat
Sweaters
Thermal undergarments
Gloves
Umbrella
Very heavy socks
Waterproof boots
Scarf

March

In March, Hamar is freezing and very snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

This is also a rainy time for Hamar, with a few of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Gloves or mittens
Waterproof coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Heavy jacket
Cold weather footwear
Waterproof boots
Heavy socks
Umbrella
Sweaters
Warm pants or jeans

April

If you visit Hamar during April, you are likely to find that it is brisk, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally around 60 during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time and snow 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof coat
Umbrella
Fleeces
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof boots
Socks
Jacket or coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Standard footwear
Light gloves or mittens

May

May in Hamar is crisp and very rainy. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Waterproof footwear
Umbrella
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Socks
Standard footwear
Dresses
Pants or jeans
Light jacket or fleece
Long skirts
Waterproof luggage

June

In June, Hamar is crisp and extremely rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) and about half of the time jump into the 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

This is also a rainy time for Hamar, with most of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
Umbrella
Pants or jeans
Dresses
Long skirts
Rain coat
Standard footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Socks
Waterproof luggage
Waterproof footwear

July

If you vacation in Hamar during July, you are likely to find that it is mild and extremely rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Waterproof luggage
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Long skirts
Socks
Dresses
Light jacket or fleece
Pants or jeans

August

August in Hamar is chilly and extremely rainy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Pants or jeans
Socks
Rain coat
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Umbrella
Standard footwear

September

In September, Hamar is brisk and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

This is also a rainy time for Hamar, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In September, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Long skirts
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Umbrella
Waterproof footwear
Socks
Pants or jeans
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat
Standard footwear
Light jacket or fleece

October

October in Hamar is cold and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof coat
Fleeces
Warm pants or jeans
Socks
Jacket or coat
Waterproof boots
Light gloves or mittens
Umbrella
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Standard footwear

November

If you are traveling to Hamar in November, you will notice that it is frosty, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. 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:

Waterproof boots
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Umbrella
Gloves or mittens
Heavy socks
Cold weather footwear
Sweaters
Heavy jacket
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof coat

December

December in Hamar can be dangerously cold and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It rains once in a while and snows about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Pajamas, such as sweats
Insulated boots
Thermal undergarments
Multiple layer jacket shell
Waterproof boots
Sweaters
Scarf
Fleeces
Waterproof coat
Very heavy socks
Umbrella
Gloves

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Hamar, Norway

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Hamar, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and F
A SIM card that works in Hamar
If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
Appropriate museum wear

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