The climate of Longyearbyen in October is humid. An average of 66 mm precipitation is recorded over 14 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in September, the average recorded is 69 mm over 16 days.
Temperatures are very cold in Longyearbyen in October: it is necessary to dress warmly. The average maximum temperature reaches -3°C, while the minimum falls to about -6°C. The month's average temperature is -5°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Longyearbyen in October: 6°C as a maximum in 2017 and -25°C as a minimum in 2011. Plan for about 26 days with temperatures below 0°, which is 84% of the month.
In October, the days last on average 06:30 in Longyearbyen. The sun rises around 08:27 and sets around 14:57.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of October is generally not recommended for traveling to Longyearbyen in Norway.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Northern or Southern Lights, Winter sports and snow, Cultural visits and heritage, Animal observation, Nature and landscapes and Gastronomy.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Longyearbyen in October: Boat trip and cruise.
