Temperature in Svalbard in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Svalbard, Norway this January.

Svalbard, Norway, a region in Norway, typically experiences very cold weather in January, with maximum daytime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) in Longyearbyen. January is part of the winter season

What is the temperature of the different cities in Svalbard, Norway in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Svalbard, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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See also: Svalbard weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Svalbard in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Svalbard temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Svalbard, Norway in January?

Longyearbyen averages a daytime high of -10°C (14°F) in January, which is very low for Svalbard, Norway.

How cold does it get at night in Svalbard, Norway in January?

Average overnight lows in Svalbard, Norway during January sit near -16°C (3°F) in Longyearbyen.

How much sun does Svalbard, Norway get in January?

Longyearbyen usually sees around 0 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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