Longyearbyen weather in October (Svalbard, Norway)

Thinking of visiting Longyearbyen in October? Check the weather first! Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of October in Longyearbyen typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach -3°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -8°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Longyearbyen in October usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 52 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 12 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer 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 October

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Precipitation 52 mm  

Sunshine 12 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Norway in October

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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