Norway Packing List Tips by FletteMette

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Norway is not exactly a tropical destination, so even if you're visiting in summer you should bring a warmish sweater - even when the daytime temperatures are nice, the summer nights can be very chilly. (And you don't want to sleep, do you?:o) You'll want to stay up enjoying the light Nordic summer nights.. :o)

You'll have to be prepared for all kinds of weather, especially if you're planning on spending a lot of time outdoors in the north or in the mountains - you might be lucky, and have warm sunny weather and 25 °C, or it might be cold, wet and windy. Bring your bikini, as well as your thermals..;o)

In winter, you'll at least need a warmish windproof coat, warm comfy boots (that will keep your feet *dry*!), gloves and a hat. If you'll be spending a lot of time outdoors, see the "Outdoor Gear" section below. Check the web site (link provided below) for weather forecasts and more info on average temperatures in Norway, and the Norwegian climate in general.



Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: In northern Norway, in the mountains and in the eastern parts of Norway the winter temperatures can be quite low. Along the coast in southern Norway you'll more likely encounter sleet or rain, even if you're visiting in mid-winter. (Even though it *may* be cold and snowy here as well)

If you're going to spend a lot of time outdoors during winter, the best way to keep comfortable is to wear a system of three (or more) layers: a base layer of woolen (or microfibre, but wool is warmer) long underwear, a middle layer of one (or more) thin sweaters ideally made of fleece or wool (add to or remove this layer when needed), followed by a windproof/water-resistant outer layer. (Gore-tex is great)

Multiple layers of clothing (the onion principle!) are more efficient for keeping comfortable than one very thick sweater, this way you can add or remove layers when needed. Always remember gloves & a hat - and warm, comfy boots that will keep your feet dry.


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