Svalbard Weather in June

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

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Longyearbyen

Planning a getaway to Svalbard, Norway this June and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Svalbard in June

Svalbard, Norway is a region in Norway. June in Svalbard generally has cold temperatures, with low precipitation. June falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Longyearbyen. In many areas in Norway, June 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 Svalbard, Norway, check out the map below.

Precipitation

June is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 28 mm (1.1 in) in Longyearbyen. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Longyearbyen typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Longyearbyen typically sees 168 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Svalbard in June

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
unpleasant
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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 June for the most popular destinonation in Svalbard, Norway?

Longyearbyen

In June Longyearbyen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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May
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Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
256 hours
168 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
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Climate in Longyearbyen →

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

Svalbard weather in June: frequently asked questions

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

Svalbard, Norway typically experiences poor weather in June, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Longyearbyen average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

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

In Longyearbyen, the average daytime high in June is 4°C (39°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 1°C (34°F).

Does Svalbard, Norway get a lot of rain in June?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Svalbard, Norway during June, with Longyearbyen averaging close to 28 mm (1.1 in).

Is June a Good Time to Visit Svalbard, Norway?

In our opinion, June may not be the ideal time to visit Svalbard, Norway due to the typically 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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