October Rainfall and Precipitation in Svalbard

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Svalbard, Norway in October.

Svalbard, Norway, a region in Norway, typically experiences moderate rainy weather in October, with average snowfall around 52 mm (2 in) in Longyearbyen.

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Best Places to Visit in Svalbard in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Svalbard precipitation in October: frequently asked questions

How much snowfall does Svalbard, Norway receive in October?

Longyearbyen stays mostly dry in October, with average snowfall close to 52 mm (2 in).

How many days does it rain in Svalbard, Norway in October?

Longyearbyen sees roughly 7 days rainy days during October.

Is October part of the rainy season in Svalbard, Norway?

Not really. October is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Svalbard, Norway.

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