Alnsjøen

Lake Reservoir lake in Oslo supplying municipal water

Lake on Oslo’s outskirts used for walking, cross-country skiing in winter and local fishing; it serves as an accessible green space for day trips from the city.

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Alnsjøen
Alnsjøen, Oslo Municipality, Norway
59.9653, 10.8470

How to Get to Alnsjøen #

From Oslo city center, take local buses toward the Alna/Grorud areas and follow signs to the lake; cycling routes also connect directly from the capital. Exact bus lines vary by stop; check Ruter schedules.

Tips for Visiting Alnsjøen #

  • Use the marked trails for the best shoreline views and to protect sensitive areas.
  • If visiting in winter, check local ice safety notices before attempting to skate or walk on the lake.
  • Birdwatchers should bring binoculars - the lake attracts species during migration windows.

Best Time to Visit Alnsjøen #

Summer for hiking and water access; winter offers a stark, snowy landscape for experienced outdoorspeople.

Summer
June-August · 12-22°C
Pleasant for walking, picnics, and water activities; local trails are busiest then.
Winter
December-February · -10-0°C
Frozen scenes and cross‑country skiing in nearby terrain; check ice safety.

Weather & Climate near Alnsjøen #

Climate

Alnsjøen's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (928 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -2°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.9h daylight

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