Finnmark Weather in November

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

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Alta Karasjok Kautokeino Gjesvær

Are you planning a trip a to Finnmark, Norway in November and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Finnmark in November

Finnmark, Norway is a region in Norway. November in Finnmark generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Kautokeino at -2°C (28°F) and cold in Gjesvær at 4°C (39°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Gjesvær and -9°C (16°F) in Kautokeino. In many regions in Norway, November is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Finnmark, Norway, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Kirkenes with an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) to moderate snowfall in Hammerfest with 91 mm (3.6 in).

Explore Finnmark by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Finnmark - and find the best time to visit. (based on Alta)

January-6°C (21°F) February-6°C (21°F) March-2°C (28°F) April3°C (37°F) May8°C (46°F) June13°C (55°F) July17°C (63°F) This monthAugust15°C (59°F) September11°C (52°F) October4°C (39°F) November-2°C (28°F) December-4°C (25°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Finnmark in November

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Finnmark

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

Temperature range in Finnmark (November)

Precipitation variation in Finnmark (November)

Alta

In November Alta generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
22 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Alta →

Karasjok

In November Karasjok generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snowfall
51 mm (2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Karasjok →

Kautokeino

In November Kautokeino generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kautokeino →

Gjesvær

In November Gjesvær 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 less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Gjesvær →

Kirkenes

In November Kirkenes 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 less favorable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snowfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kirkenes →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Finnmark, in Norway.

Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alta -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Karasjok -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Kautokeino -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Gjesvær 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Kirkenes -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Skarsvåg 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Finnmark weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Finnmark, Norway in November?

Expect less favorable weather across Finnmark, Norway in November. The popular destination of Alta averages -2°C (28°F) by day and -8°C (18°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Finnmark, Norway in November?

Daytime temperatures in Alta peak at roughly -2°C (28°F) in November, dropping to about -8°C (18°F) overnight.

Does Finnmark, Norway get a lot of snow in November?

Not particularly. Alta averages just 48 mm (1.9 in) of snow in November, making it a mostly dry month for Finnmark, Norway.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Finnmark, Norway?

In our view, November might not be the best time to travel to Finnmark, Norway with often less favorable weather in Alta.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly good weather in Alta. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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