Svalbard Weather in April

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

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Longyearbyen

Considering a trip to Svalbard, Norway this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Svalbard in April

Svalbard, Norway is a region in Norway. April in Svalbard generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -8°C (18°F) and nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) in Longyearbyen. In many areas in Norway, April 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 Svalbard, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

April is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 34 mm (1.3 in) in Longyearbyen.

Average sunshine

April brings good sunshine to many areas. Longyearbyen sees around 230 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Svalbard by month

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

January-10°C (14°F) February-10°C (14°F) March-11°C (12°F) April-8°C (18°F) May-1°C (30°F) June4°C (39°F) This monthJuly8°C (46°F) August7°C (45°F) September3°C (37°F) October-3°C (27°F) November-6°C (21°F) December-8°C (18°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Svalbard in April

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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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 Svalbard

What is the weather like in April for the most popular destinonation in Svalbard, Norway?

Longyearbyen

In April Longyearbyen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -8°C (18°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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April
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March
April
May
Max temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
230 hours
256 hours
Monthly snowfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Svalbard, in Norway.

Svalbard weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Svalbard, Norway in April?

In April, Svalbard, Norway generally has poor weather conditions. Longyearbyen sees daytime temperatures near -8°C (18°F), with nights cooling to roughly -13°C (9°F).

What is the average temperature in Svalbard, Norway in April?

Average temperatures in Svalbard, Norway during April range from a nighttime low near -13°C (9°F) to a daytime high around -8°C (18°F) in Longyearbyen.

Does Svalbard, Norway get a lot of snow in April?

Not particularly. Longyearbyen averages just 34 mm (1.3 in) of snow in April, making it a mostly dry month for Svalbard, Norway.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Svalbard, Norway?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Svalbard, Norway with often poor weather in Longyearbyen.

On average, the best time to visit Svalbard, Norway is in with generally poor weather in Longyearbyen.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Svalbard.

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