Namsos, Norway: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2023]

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Traveling to Namsos, Norway? If you're planning to go to Namsos, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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When to go to Namsos, Norway

Based on the climate and weather in Namsos, Norway, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Namsos, Norway

Already know when you're traveling?

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

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

January

In January, Namsos is very cold, extremely snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C) range. At night, lows are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Namsos, with several of the days of the month having rain. In January, humidity reaches as high as 90%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a bit of peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your things.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Travel neck pillow

    Our fave is this one

  • Ultraportable travel stroller

    This stroller is only 10 pounds and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Voltage adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Ensure that you get the right kind. Most adapters on sale are just plugs and require your electronics to convert the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could get destroyed. This one works in most areas.

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

February

Traveling to Namsos in February, you will notice that it can be extremely cold, very snowy and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time and snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a bit of peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your things.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Travel adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Be sure to choose the correct kind. Many adapters available online are simply plugs and require your electronics to change the voltage themselves. If yours can't do that they could get destroyed. This one is sufficent for most countries.

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

  • Ultraportable travel stroller

    This stroller weighs only 10 lbs and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Travel neck support pillow

    What we like is this one

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

March

If you go to Namsos in March, you will notice that it is frosty, very snowy and very rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time and snow about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a bit of peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your stuff.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

  • Super portable foldable travel stroller

    This stroller weighs almost 10 pounds and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Voltage step down adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Ensure that you pick the necessary kind. The vast majority of adapters for sale now are simply plugs and expect your devices to change the voltage themselves. If your electronics can't do that they could get destroyed. This one works in most areas.

  • Travel neck support pillow

    What we like is this one

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

April

If you are traveling to Namsos in April, you will notice that it is brisk, somewhat snowy and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time and snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a bit of protection, an anti-theft backpack protects your belongings.

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Super portable foldable travel stroller

    This stroller weighs just 10 pounds and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Voltage adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. It's important that you pick the correct type. The vast majority of adapters that you can buy are just plug changers and require your electronics to adjust the voltage themselves. If yours can't do that they could get fried. This one should be appropriate for most countries.

  • Travel neck support pillow

    A versatile choice is this one

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

May

If you visit Namsos during May, you will probably see that it is cold and extremely rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits 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:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a little peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your things.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

  • Ultralightweight travel stroller

    This stroller weighs just 10 pounds and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Travel neck support pillow

    A great choice is this one

  • Travel adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Ensure that you pick the necessary kind. The vast majority of adapters currently sold are just plugs and expect your devices to adjust the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could burn up. This one is sufficent for most countries.

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

June

If you go to Namsos in June, you will notice that it is relatively cool and extremely rainy. Expect it to rain almost every day. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a little protection, an anti-theft backpack protects your stuff.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Easy folding travel stroller

    This stroller weighs just 10 pounds and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Travel voltage adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Be sure to get the correct kind. The vast majority of adapters for sale now are simply plug changers and require your devices to change the voltage themselves. If your electronics can't do that they could get fried. This one works in most locations.

  • Travel neck support pillow

    A great choice is this one

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

July

In July, Namsos can be chilly and extremely rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) and a bit less than half of the time jump into the 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Namsos, with most of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a bit of protection, an anti-theft backpack protects your stuff.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Easy folding travel stroller

    This stroller weighs almost 10 lbs and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Travel neck pillow

    An excellent option is this one

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

  • Voltage adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Check that you find the right type. The vast majority of adapters currently available are just plug changers and expect your devices to convert the voltage themselves. If your electronics can't do that they could get destroyed. This one should work in most countries.

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

August

August here can be chilly and extremely rainy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains almost every day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a little peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your stuff.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Travel pillow

    A versatile choice is this one

  • Voltage adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Ensure that you pick the necessary type. Many adapters available are just plugs and expect your devices to adjust the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could burn up. This one should work in most areas.

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Folding travel stroller

    This stroller is only 10 lbs and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

September

September here can be very chilly and extremely rainy. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains nearly every day this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a little peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your belongings.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

  • Travel pillow

    Our favorite is this one

  • Ultralightweight travel stroller

    This stroller weighs just 10 lbs and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Travel adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Take care to pick the necessary type. A lot of adapters on sale are simply plug changers and expect your devices to change the voltage themselves. If your electronics can't do that they could burn up. This one should work in most areas.

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

October

In October, Namsos is brisk and extremely rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 40s F (single digits C) and regularly jump into the low 50s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Namsos, with most of the days of the month having rain. In October, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a bit of peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your stuff.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Voltage adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Take care to find the correct kind. Most adapters currently being sold are just plug changers and require your electronics to adjust the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could burn up. This one should work in most countries.

  • Travel pillow

    A good option is this one

  • Folding travel stroller

    This stroller weighs only 10 pounds and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

November

Traveling to Namsos in November, you will notice that it is frigid, somewhat snowy and very rainy. Expect it to rain most days and snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a bit of peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your things.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

  • Folding travel stroller

    This stroller weighs almost 10 lbs and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

  • Travel neck pillow

    A top rated pillow is this one

  • Travel adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Take care to pick the necessary kind. The majority of adapters available are just plugs and expect your devices to convert the voltage themselves. If your devices can't do that they could get destroyed. This one works in most places.

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

December

December in Namsos is frosty, very 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 most days. 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:

Clothes + Footwear
Health
Safety + Security

  • Voice and data SIM card

    A SIM card that works in Namsos. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

  • Money/passport pouch

    A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.

  • Anti-theft backpack

    For a little peace of mind, an anti-theft backpack protects your things.

Comfort + Essentials

  • Airplane phone mount

    Make your flight more comfortable with an airplane phone mount

  • Travel neck support pillow

    A good option is this one

  • Voltage adapter

    A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. Make sure to get the right type. The vast majority of adapters that you can buy are just plug changers and expect your devices to convert the voltage themselves. If yours can't do that they could burn up. This one should work in most places.

  • Ultralightweight travel stroller

    This stroller weighs just 10 pounds and folds to the size of a big book.

  • Power bank for devices

    A portable power bank, like this one

If you want to visit the lovely Namsos Kirke, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you visit the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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