Climate: Despite its northerly location, the climate in Norway is
temperate, thanks to the warming effects of the Gulf Stream flowing
along its coast. The interior highlands have an Arctic type of
climate in winter with snow, strong winds and severe frosts, but
during fine summer spells the daytime temperatures can rise above
86°F (30°C) with long hours of sunshine. By contrast, the coastal
areas have comparatively mild winter conditions. Gales, rain and
cloud are likely along the west coast, particularly in winter, and
the rainfall is frequent and heavy. The lowland area around Oslo is
the driest and warmest part of the country in summer.
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