Climate and what to pack in Norway

Norway is a very complicated country because it has many different climate types such as marine West coast, humid continental, and subarctic. If you're traveling to Norway, you would have to bring lots of different types of clothes with you.

Low season: October-April

Can be really cold
Many tourist attractions are closed
Hotel accomodations can be pricey, especially on weekends
Not recommended to visit at this time of year

Shoulder season: May-mid June and mid August-September

Not many crowds during this time of year
Mild, clear weather

High season: mid June-mid August

Hotels are at low prices now
Can be warm and sunny, or cold and rainiy
Accomodations and transpot should be booked in advance

What to pack when visiting during high season:

Capris or leggings that can be worn in hot and cold weather, since it can be unpredictable
A sweatshirt or light coat that can be easy to put away if getting too hot
A backpack to put extra clothes in if needed, such as jacket, socks, hat, etc.
Good walking shoes if taking a hike
Boots, hat, heavy winter jacket, etc., if visiting Svalbard