Svalbard Weather in November

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

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Longyearbyen

Planning a trip to Svalbard, Norway this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Svalbard in November

Svalbard, Norway 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 (21°F) and nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) 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.

For specific regional insights in Svalbard, Norway, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

November is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 59 mm (2.3 in) in Longyearbyen. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Longyearbyen.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Longyearbyen gets roughly 0 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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 November

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 November for the most popular destinonation in Svalbard, Norway?

Longyearbyen

In November Longyearbyen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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October
November
December
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly sun hours
12 hours
0 hours
0 hours
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
7 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 November: frequently asked questions

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

Svalbard, Norway typically experiences poor weather in November, part of the season. Daytime highs in Longyearbyen average around -6°C (21°F), and temperatures drop to about -11°C (12°F) at night.

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

Longyearbyen averages a daytime maximum of -6°C (21°F) in November, with overnight lows close to -11°C (12°F).

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

Not particularly. Longyearbyen averages just 59 mm (2.3 in) of snow in November, making it a mostly dry month for Svalbard, Norway.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Svalbard, Norway?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Longyearbyen, November may not be the ideal time to visit Svalbard, Norway.

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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