Snow is heading for Oslo. Commuting to work may take longer on Thursday

On Thursday, 12 November, between 5 and 15 centimetres of snow may fall in Oslo and parts of eastern Norway, with even more in some places. Drivers should prepare for slippery roads. Ruter also warns of possible delays to public transport. Snow is expected from Thursday morning until the evening. This means difficult conditions may affect both the morning commute and afternoon journeys home. Meteorologists have extended the warning northwards, towards Hamar and the southern part of the Innlandet region. According to a forecast reported by VG, particularly heavy snowfall may occur between Drøbak and Oslo. In higher-lying areas, accumulations may exceed 15 centimetres. VG's report on the situation. However, conditions will not be the same everywhere. Closer to the coast, some of the precipitation may fall as sleet. On Wednesday morning, the yellow warning for Østfold was withdrawn. According to regional authorities, mainly rain and sleet are expected there. They still advise caution on the roads. Update from Østfold authorities. People travelling to work by bus should also allow extra time. Ruter confirms the warning for Oslo and much of Akershus, warning that snow may make travel difficult and cause delays. The operator advises checking your journey in the Ruter app just before leaving. If work hours allow, consider travelling outside peak hours. Road crews are preparing to grit the main streets before the precipitation begins and clear snow once it starts to settle. Ruter also reports that diversion routes, additional vehicles and extra staff are in place. However, this does not rule out traffic jams and delays. Ruter statement from 11 November. If you still have summer tyres, do not drive on snow-covered or icy roads. Statens vegvesen reminds drivers that summer tyres do not provide adequate grip in such conditions. The driver is responsible for choosing tyres suitable for the conditions. Tyre rules in Norway. Before travelling on Thursday, it is worth remembering a few simple things:

• Allow extra time. Your usual commute may take longer.
• Check your route or connection before leaving. Conditions and timetables may change.
• Slow down and increase the distance from the car in front. Drive especially carefully on bends and downhill sections.
• If possible, avoid rush hour. Ruter also recommends considering this option.

For a longer journey, check the weather along the route as well, not only near your home. It may be raining in one place, while snow is lying just a few kilometres away. Statens vegvesen advises checking road traffic updates and adapting your driving to the conditions. Today's warning from the road authority. Information current as of 11 November 2026. The forecast applies to Thursday, 12 November.