https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Norway in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed The World Health Organisation said Sunday that over 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded in Europe since June 21 in connection with the record-breaking heatwave roasting much of the continent. https://www.thelocal.no/20260628/more-than-1300-excess-deaths-recorded-in-europe-heatwave-who Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:38:51 +0200 more-than-1300-excess-deaths-recorded-in-europe-heatwave-who Tens of millions are braving a weekend of extreme temperatures in Europe as a deadly heatwave moves eastwards, with some countries announcing rising death tolls and health services warning of saturation. https://www.thelocal.no/20260628/records-tumble-as-european-heatwave-moves-east Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:03:28 +0200 records-tumble-as-european-heatwave-moves-east The heatwave gripping Europe is putting people's health at risk, and the continent's leaders must invest in making their health services more climate-resilient, the WHO chief said Wednesday. https://www.thelocal.no/20260624/people-are-at-risk-europe-urged-to-invest-in-healthcare-as-heatwaves-intensify Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:49 +0200 people-are-at-risk-europe-urged-to-invest-in-healthcare-as-heatwaves-intensify Norway is usually known for its cooler and comfortable summer temperatures. But with a fierce heatwave currently affecting Europe, many are wondering if the Nordic country is at risk. https://www.thelocal.no/20260624/will-europes-brutal-heatwave-impact-norway Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:41:04 +0200 will-europes-brutal-heatwave-impact-norway Europe on Tuesday braced for more extreme weather as a deadly heatwave threatened fresh temperature records, with trains disrupted and hospitals across the continent preparing for an influx of heat-afflicted patients. https://www.thelocal.no/20260623/latest-more-records-set-to-fall-as-deadly-europe-heatwave-drags-on Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:39:12 +0200 latest-more-records-set-to-fall-as-deadly-europe-heatwave-drags-on Much of Western Europe was baking in a gruelling heatwave on Friday with the mercury expected to continue rising in the coming days, shattering temperature records. https://www.thelocal.no/20260619/europe-swelters-in-new-heatwave-with-temperatures-set-to-rise-further Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:55:05 +0200 europe-swelters-in-new-heatwave-with-temperatures-set-to-rise-further Everyone is keen to make the most of the summer. However, experts are predicting some good news for southern Norway, but not such good news for the north. https://www.thelocal.no/20260619/what-is-the-summer-season-forecast-for-norway-in-2026 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:50:21 +0200 what-is-the-summer-season-forecast-for-norway-in-2026 As summer tightens its hold on Norway, the sunny weather is becoming an increasingly popular subject of discussion. If you're wondering how to talk about rising temperatures like a true local, we've got you covered. https://www.thelocal.no/20230613/how-to-speak-about-the-heat-in-norway-like-a-local Tue, 13 Jun 2023 13:36:12 +0200 how-to-speak-about-the-heat-in-norway-like-a-local Norway has experienced its warmest spring since records began in 1901, with average temperatures 2.1C above the seasonal norm, the Norwegian Meteorological Institute announced on Tuesday, June 2nd. https://www.thelocal.no/20260603/norway-sees-warmest-spring-on-record Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:38:51 +0200 norway-sees-warmest-spring-on-record Summer is loved for its long days and warm temperatures. Across large parts of Norway, the sun doesn’t set at all in a phenomenon called the midnight sun. https://www.thelocal.no/20230628/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-midnight-sun-in-norway Wed, 28 Jun 2023 15:37:21 +0200 what-you-need-to-know-about-the-midnight-sun-in-norway April this year ranks as the second warmest since measurements began in Norway back in 1901, but in northern Norway it was the warmest April ever recorded. https://www.thelocal.no/20260506/northern-norway-records-its-warmest-april-on-record Wed, 06 May 2026 15:55:03 +0200 northern-norway-records-its-warmest-april-on-record Looking forward to summer? Southern Norway is set to enjoy a great week of summer weather, but it might not last long. https://www.thelocal.no/20260421/southern-norway-to-bask-in-warmer-weather-than-barcelona Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:44:58 +0200 southern-norway-to-bask-in-warmer-weather-than-barcelona Each year Norway introduces a general fire ban during the late spring and summer months. Here's what you need to know about the rules and the exceptions, if you want to light a BBQ or campfire. https://www.thelocal.no/20220505/what-are-the-rules-for-fires-and-bbqs-in-norway Thu, 05 May 2022 12:58:11 +0200 what-are-the-rules-for-fires-and-bbqs-in-norway Since the start of the year, Norway has gone from one extreme to another, moving from the coldest February in 16 years to the warmest March ever recorded. Did you notice the change where you live? https://www.thelocal.no/20260408/startling-norway-sets-record-with-warmest-march-in-history Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:18:29 +0200 startling-norway-sets-record-with-warmest-march-in-history Easter is traditionally the last great opportunity to ski in Norway, but this year, unusually low levels of snow across much of the country are leaving skiers wondering if they will manage to squeeze in one last run. https://www.thelocal.no/20260319/a-snowless-easter-why-norways-ski-season-might-end-earlier-than-usual Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:38:15 +0100 a-snowless-easter-why-norways-ski-season-might-end-earlier-than-usual If you thought last month felt especially harsh, you were correct. New data shows that February 2026 was Norway’s coldest February since 2010. https://www.thelocal.no/20260304/norway-records-its-coldest-february-for-16-years Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:14:46 +0100 norway-records-its-coldest-february-for-16-years One moment it’s 8C and sunny. The next, you’re sliding across invisible ice. Welcome to March in Norway, the month that manages to trick even the locals. https://www.thelocal.no/20260302/norways-march-trap-why-early-spring-is-actually-the-most-dangerous-time-of-year Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:27:06 +0100 norways-march-trap-why-early-spring-is-actually-the-most-dangerous-time-of-year If you’re tired of the freezing temperatures, milder weather is on the way. However, the change comes with a downside, as rain and icy road warnings are expected across parts of Norway. https://www.thelocal.no/20260223/rain-freezes-on-the-ground-norway-set-for-sudden-weather-shift Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:47:35 +0100 rain-freezes-on-the-ground-norway-set-for-sudden-weather-shift Authorities in Norway are urging extreme caution, especially for skiers, after avalanche alerts were issued across the country on Friday. https://www.thelocal.no/20260220/parts-of-norway-put-on-red-alert-for-high-risk-of-avalanches Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:38:29 +0100 parts-of-norway-put-on-red-alert-for-high-risk-of-avalanches With Valentine’s Day, Fastelavn (Nordic Carnival), and the winter school holidays in Norway around the corner, an extreme Siberian freeze is set to hit the country. Make sure to dress warmly and remember to look up. You might see rare nacreous clouds! https://www.thelocal.no/20260212/norway-braces-for-siberian-blast-with-temperatures-to-drop-to-35c Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:26:04 +0100 norway-braces-for-siberian-blast-with-temperatures-to-drop-to-35c