Weather in November in Svalbard
Thinking about venturing to Svalbard this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Svalbard in November?
Svalbard is a region in Norway. November in Svalbard generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -6°C and nighttime temperatures around -11°C in Longyearbyen. 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.
Precipitation
November is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 59 mm in Longyearbyen. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Longyearbyen.Average sunshine
Longyearbyen experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 0 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor specific regional insights in Svalbard for November, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Svalbard climate page.
Where to go in Svalbard in November
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What is the weather like in November for the most popular destinonation in Svalbard?
Longyearbyen
In November Longyearbyen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is November the best time to visit Svalbard?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Longyearbyen, November may not be the ideal time to visit Svalbard.
On average, the best time to visit Svalbard is in with generally poor weather in Longyearbyen.
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