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Norway Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Norway in November.

Planning a journey to Norway this November and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Norway in November

Norway has a wide variety of climate types. During November, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Longyearbyen at -6°C (21°F) to cold in Utsira at 10°C (50°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Utsira and -11°C (12°F) in Longyearbyen. In many areas in Norway, November brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To explore the conditions in Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Kirkenes with an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) to heavy snowfall in Florø with 339 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Oslo receives about 63 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Norway by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Norway — and find the best time to visit. (based on Oslo)

Best Places to Visit in Norway in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Norway.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Norway

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Norway?

Temperature range in Norway (November)

Precipitation variation in Norway (November)

Oslo

In November Oslo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
87 hours
63 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Reine

In November Reine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
28 days
27 days
29 days
Weather conditions

Bergen

In November Bergen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
65 hours
29 hours
13 hours
Monthly rainfall
260 mm (10 in)
254 mm (10 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
28 days
28 days
28 days
Weather conditions

Stavanger

In November Stavanger generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
46 hours
32 hours
Monthly rainfall
230 mm (9.1 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
26 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Hemsedal

In November Hemsedal generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Norway in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oslo 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Bergen 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 254 mm (10 in)
Tromsø 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Stavanger 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Geiranger 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Kristiansand 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)

Norway weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Norway in November?

November in Norway brings poor weather. In Oslo, daytime temperatures are typically around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

What is the average temperature in Norway in November?

Daytime temperatures in Oslo peak at roughly 4°C (39°F) in November, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does Norway get a lot of snow/rain in November?

November is on the drier side in Norway. Oslo averages only about 91 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Norway?

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit Norway due to the typically poor weather in Oslo.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Oslo. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Norway.

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