Longyearbyen weather in November (Svalbard, Norway)

Will it be warm or cold in Longyearbyen this November? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, November in Longyearbyen includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Anticipate daytime highs near -6°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -11°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Longyearbyen in November usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. As the rainiest month, carrying an umbrella is advisable to manage the frequent rain. Past climate data indicates that roughly will see snow.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 0 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Longyearbyen climate page with graphs.

 

Longyearbyen, monthly averages in November

Min Temperature -11°C  

Max Temperature -6°C  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Sunshine 0 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Norway in November

Find out more about the weather in Norway and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Longyearbyen should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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