Jotunheimen National Park

Jotunheimen National Park Weather in November

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

Thinking about venturing to Jotunheimen National Park, Norway this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Jotunheimen National Park in November

Jotunheimen National Park, Norway is a region in Norway. November in Jotunheimen National Park generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -1°C (30°F) and nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) in Skjolden. 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 learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Jotunheimen National Park, Norway, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Vågåmo with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to high snowfall in Skjolden with 136 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in November. Skjolden sees roughly 25 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Jotunheimen National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Jotunheimen National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Skjolden)

Best Places to Visit in Jotunheimen National Park in November

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

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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 Jotunheimen National Park

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

Temperature range in Jotunheimen National Park (November)

Precipitation variation in Jotunheimen National Park (November)

Skjolden

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

October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
70 hours
25 hours
10 hours
Monthly snowfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Lom

In November Lom 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 poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snowfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Vågåmo

In November Vågåmo 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 poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jotunheimen National Park in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Skjolden -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Lom -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Vågåmo -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Jotunheimen National Park weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jotunheimen National Park, Norway in November?

In November, Jotunheimen National Park, Norway generally has poor weather conditions. Skjolden sees daytime temperatures near -1°C (30°F), with nights cooling to roughly -7°C (19°F).

What is the average temperature in Jotunheimen National Park, Norway in November?

Average temperatures in Jotunheimen National Park, Norway during November range from a nighttime low near -7°C (19°F) to a daytime high around -1°C (30°F) in Skjolden.

Does Jotunheimen National Park, Norway get a lot of snow in November?

Skjolden typically receives notable snowfall in November, about 136 mm (5.4 in) on average across Jotunheimen National Park, Norway.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Jotunheimen National Park, Norway?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Skjolden, November may not be the ideal time to visit Jotunheimen National Park, Norway.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Skjolden.

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