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Normal weather for Svalbard in October

It's cold in October in Svalbard with an average temperature of 0°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -2°C to a high of 4°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -7°C and 0°C.

In October, there is an average of 66 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 31 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Svalbard in October

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Temperature Average Temperature
0°C 21°C
Sun High Temp
4°C 26°C
Sun Low Temp
-2°C 16°C
Rain Total Precipitation
66 mm 119 mm
Rain Rainy Days
10 days 13 days
Snow Total Snowfall
31 cm 0 cm
Snow Snowy Days
14 days 0 days

Start of October

The month of October starts in Svalbard with really cold temps, averaging around 3°C during the day and nights dipping to about 0°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

Mid October

By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 0°C, with nights around -4°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

End of October

By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Svalbard is around -1°C, while nighttime temps are about -5°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.

Temperature records for Svalbard in October

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The climate in Svalbard is based on weather data from Longyearbyen. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Svalbard to get the full picture of the climate.

Daily Temperature in October in Svalbard

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Svalbard, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Temperature in October in Svalbard

Daily Precipitation in October in Svalbard

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Svalbard, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Svalbard.

Daily Precipitation in October in Svalbard

Daily Snowfall in October in Svalbard

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Svalbard, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.

Daily Snowfall in October in Svalbard

Daily UV Index in October in Svalbard

This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Svalbard, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in October in Svalbard

Temperature in October in Svalbard Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in October in Svalbard, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in October in Svalbard Over the Years

Total Precipitation in October in Svalbard Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Svalbard, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in October in Svalbard Over the Years

Snowfall in October in Svalbard per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Svalbard, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in October in Svalbard over the past years

Daily Climate in October for Svalbard

Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Svalbard. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Weather experiences in October in Svalbard

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The cold is intense and the sun rarely returns. The days get shorter and it gets dark. However, it is unique.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average Weather in Svalbard by Month

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