Longyearbyen Climate by Month
Longyearbyen experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from cold days
to very cold weather.
It maintains moderate precipitation patterns.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
The climate in Longyearbyen is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a chilly 8°C in July to a very cold -11°C in the coolest month, March. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -16°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Longyearbyen receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 561 mm annually. Longyearbyen offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between November (59 mm) and June (28 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Longyearbyen serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 0.0 hours of daily sunlight.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Longyearbyen in Norway
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 8°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is March with an average maximum temperature of -11°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 59 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 28 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 256 hours of sunshine.
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