Østfold, Norway: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Østfold, Norway? If you're planning to go to Østfold, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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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 Østfold, Norway

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

Important essentials for Østfold, Norway

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • A vaccine card protector

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  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

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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).

General health necessities

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

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January

January in Østfold can be extremely cold and somewhat snowy. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C) to low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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February

February can be extremely cold and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It rains regularly and snows regularly.

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March

March in Østfold is cold, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) to high 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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April

If you are traveling to Østfold in April, you will notice that it can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time and snow sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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May

May in Østfold is crisp and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time. With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

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June

In June, Østfold is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 10s C) and 5-10 days this month jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Østfold, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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July

July in Østfold is balmy and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C).

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August

In August, Østfold is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 10s C) and a bit less than 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 Østfold, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In August, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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September

Traveling to Østfold in September, you will notice that it can be chilly and very rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (mid 10s C).

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October

October in Østfold can be very chilly and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to low 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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November

If you go to Østfold in November, you will notice that it is cold and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time and snow 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).

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December

December is very cold, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains regularly and snows regularly.

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Activities for Østfold, Norway

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Østfold.

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