Weather in September in Svalbard
Planning a getaway to Svalbard this September and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
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. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Svalbard in September, check out the map below. 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.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Svalbard, check out the map below.
Precipitation
September is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 58 mm in Longyearbyen.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 77 hours of sunlight in Longyearbyen. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For more details on the yearly climate, visit 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?
We have much more information about the climate in Svalbard.
Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Norway? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Norway.
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