Namsos, Norway: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Namsos, Norway? If you're planning to go to Namsos, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Namsos
- Important essentials for Namsos
- Activities for Namsos
- Namsos in January: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in February: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in March: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in April: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in May: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in June: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in July: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in August: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in September: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in October: weather and what to pack
- Namsos in November: weather and what to pack
- Namsos 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 Namsos, Norway
Based on the climate and weather in Namsos, the best time to go is August. See below for details.
Important essentials for Namsos, Norway
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Namsos, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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General health necessities
Don't forget these
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should be sufficient for most locations, but you should check with your hotel.
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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.
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Namsos, Norway by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Namsos is frigid, extremely snowy and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero 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:
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Heavy jacket
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Heavy socks
Such as:
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Lip balm
Our pick is: here
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Gloves
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Sweaters
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
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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 day-to-day shoes, it's important to bring snow boots. For visiting Namsos, we suggest these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A wind resistant umbrella
This is something you need here. This one is a great option.
February
If you are traveling to Namsos in February, you will notice that it is frosty, 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:
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Lip balm
Our choice: here
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Sweaters
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
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Heavy jacket
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Heavy socks
Such as:
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Gloves
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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 standard shoes, it's important to bring snow boots. For travel to Namsos, we suggest these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A windproof umbrella
This is essential here. This one is an excellent choice.
March
If you are traveling to Namsos in March, you will notice that it is very cold, 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:
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Gloves
-
Heavy jacket
-
Lip balm
Our favorite option: here
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
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Sweaters
-
Cold weather footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to day-to-day shoes, you should bring snow boots. For travel to Namsos, a great option is these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A windproof umbrella
This is essential in this type of weather. This one is a perfect choice.
April
April in Namsos can be very chilly, somewhat snowy and very rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about two thirds of the time. It also snows about half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Light gloves or mittens
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best choice: this one
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Jacket or coat
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Fleece
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Warm pants or jeans
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Standard footwear
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Waterproof snow boots
In addition to regular footwear, it's important to bring snow boots. For travel to Namsos, a great option is these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A umbrella
This is something you need here. This one is a great choice.
May
May here can be brisk and extremely rainy. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains most days.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Dresses
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Extra socks
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Light and heavy skirts
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Standard footwear
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Light jacket or fleece
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Pants or jeans
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A rain poncho to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
June
If you vacation in Namsos during June, you will probably see that it is relatively cool and extremely rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 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 nearly every day this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Standard footwear
-
Dresses
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
July
If you go to Namsos in July, you will notice that it is crisp and extremely rainy. Expect it to rain most days. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
Dresses
-
Pants or jeans
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
August
If you visit Namsos during August, you will probably notice that it can be chilly and extremely rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally around 60 during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain almost every day of the month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Dresses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
September
If you go to Namsos in September, you will notice that it is brisk and extremely rainy. Expect it to rain almost every day. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Pants or jeans
-
Extra socks
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
October
If you are traveling to Namsos in October, you will notice that it can be very chilly and extremely rainy. Expect it to rain almost every day of the month and snow occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Jacket or coat
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: this one
-
Fleece
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
November
If you visit Namsos during November, you are likely to find that it is frosty, somewhat snowy and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 30s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 80 and 90% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain most days and snow about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best choice: here
-
Fleece
-
Jacket or coat
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to standard footwear, it's important to bring snow boots. For traveling to Namsos, we suggest these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A windproof umbrella
This is worth investing in for this weather. This one is a great option.
December
Traveling to Namsos in December, you will notice that it is frosty, very snowy and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time and snow most days. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Lip balm
Our favorite option: this
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Heavy jacket
-
Gloves
-
Sweaters
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Cold weather footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to day-to-day footwear, you should bring snow boots. For travel to Namsos, we suggest these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A wind resistant umbrella
This is essential here. This one is a great option.
Activities for Namsos, Norway
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Namsos.
If you want to go to the beautiful Namsos Kirke, it's useful to wear modest clothing:
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Long dresses
This one, for example.
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Trousers
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Long sleeve shirts/blouses
If you go to the Norsk Sagbruksmuseum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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