Weather in September in Svalbard
Are you planning a trip a to Svalbard in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Svalbard in September?
Svalbard is a region in Norway. September in Svalbard generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C and nighttime temperatures around -1°C in Longyearbyen. In numerous regions in Norway, September 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.
Precipitation
September is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 58 mm in Longyearbyen.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 77 hours of sunshine in Longyearbyen. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For a closer look at September'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 September
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in September for the most popular destinonation in Svalbard?
Longyearbyen
In September Longyearbyen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is September the best time to visit Svalbard?
In our opinion, September may not be the ideal time to visit Svalbard due to the typically poor weather in Longyearbyen.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Longyearbyen.
Interested in more climate information?
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