Svalbard weather in October
Considering a trip to Svalbard this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Svalbard in October?
Svalbard is a region in Norway. October in Svalbard generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -3°C and nighttime temperatures around -8°C in Longyearbyen. In numerous regions in Norway, October is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.
October is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 52 mm in Longyearbyen. Longyearbyen experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 12 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
For a closer look at October's conditions in Svalbard, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Svalbard's yearly weather, check out our Svalbard climate page.
Where to go in Svalbard in October
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Popular destinations in Svalbard
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Average weather in Longyearbyen
In October Longyearbyen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Svalbard?
In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Svalbard with often poor weather in Longyearbyen.
On average, the best time to visit Svalbard is in with generally poor weather in Longyearbyen.
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