Current Time in Oslo, Norway
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
Norge
Dialling: +47
City Details
Oslo
Lat: 59.9139° N
Long: 10.7522° E
Population: 717,710
Time Zone
Europe/Oslo
GMT+2
Public Holidays
Christmas Day
Dec 25in 180dSt. Stephen's Day
Dec 26in 181dNew Year's Day
Jan 1in 187d
Time Difference
Business Hours
Daylight Cycle
Data via sunrisesunset.io
Current Weather
Data via Open-Meteo · Updates every 30 min
Overview
Oslo is Norway's capital and largest city, home to 718,000 residents at the head of the Oslofjord. One of the world's most expensive cities and consistently ranked among its most liveable, Oslo generates over 25% of Norway's GDP. The city is surrounded by 343 km² of forests (the Marka) and 40 islands in the fjord, making it unusual among capitals for its deep integration of urban life with outdoor nature.
Administrative Region
Oslo (county and municipality)
NO-03
Local Currency
kr
Technical Assets
- Web Domain.no
- ISO CodeNO-03
Secure Identifier Profile
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
Oslo was founded around 1048 by King Harald Hardrada. It became the capital of Norway in 1814 following independence from Denmark, though the city had been called Christiania from 1624 (after fire destroyed the medieval city and King Christian IV rebuilt it in a new location) until the original name was restored in 1925. The discovery of North Sea oil in 1969 transformed Norway — and Oslo — into one of the world's wealthiest nations, funding the massive Government Pension Fund and enabling the high-quality public services the city is known for.
🗣️ Languages
✨ Leisure Highlights
- /Oslo Opera House — roof you can walk on, free
- /Vigeland Sculpture Park — 214 sculptures, free and open 24/7
- /National Museum — The Scream and Norwegian masters
- /Viking Ship Museum at Bygdøy
- /Holmenkollen Ski Jump and Museum
🎒 Visitor Tip
The Ruter transit card works on metro, tram, bus and ferry — the Oslomarka forests and fjord islands are part of the network. The Oslo Opera House roof walk is free and extraordinary. The Vigeland Sculpture Park (free, open 24/7) has 214 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. The National Museum — a world-class collection including Munch's The Scream — opened in 2022. Take the ferry to Bygdøy peninsula for the Viking Ship Museum.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Situated at the innermost point of the Oslofjord, surrounded by forested hills (the Marka) that rise to 500–700m within the municipal boundary. The city centre is at sea level, with the terrain climbing steeply in all directions. The Holmenkollen ridge reaches 371m just 8km from the city centre. The Oslofjord narrows to a 250m-wide sound at Drøbak, 40km south, giving the inner fjord a lake-like character. This combination of fjord, forest, and ski slopes all within the city limits is unique.
Climate Stats
Humid continental / Oceanic borderline (Köppen Dfb/Cfb)
Avg Summer
22°C
Avg Winter
-3°C
Annual Rainfall
763 mm
Best Months (Sunshine)
Travel & Connectivity
✈️ Nearby AirportsIATA / DISTANCE
🚄 Rail ConnectionsCITY / DISTANCE
Regional Satellites
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Oslo
What timezone is Oslo in?↓
Oslo is in the Europe/Oslo time zone (Europe/Oslo), currently UTCGMT+2.
Does Norway observe daylight saving time?↓
Yes. Norway observes daylight saving time. Clocks in Oslo go forward in March and back in October, switching between CET/CEST and CET/CEST.
What is CET/CEST?↓
CET/CEST stands for Europe/Oslo. It is UTCGMT+2 and is the standard time used in Norway.
How many hours ahead is Oslo compared to London?↓
Oslo is 2 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 1 hour.
What is the time difference between Oslo and New York?↓
Oslo is 7 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Oslo?↓
The time displayed for Oslo is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT+2 mean for Oslo?↓
UTCGMT+2 means Oslo is 2 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Oslo?↓
Standard business hours in Oslo are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM CET/CEST (UTCGMT+2). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the Norway national calendar.
Is there much time difference between Oslo and London?↓
Oslo is within a few hours of London, so scheduling calls is usually straightforward. Always confirm the current local time in both cities, especially around daylight saving time changes.