Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Geiranger in November
Geiranger cools off: highs slip to 39°F (4°C), from 47°F in October, with lows of 30°F (-1°C) and about 9.3 in (236 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 19/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 39°F (4°C)
- Avg low
- 30°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 9.3 in (236 mm)
- Humidity
- 96%
- Cloud cover
- 84%
- Daylight
- ~6 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 19/100 · Tough
What November feels like
Highs only reach about 39°F (4°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 30°F (-1°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Rain is a real factor, with about 9.3 in (236 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 84%.
Daylight is short, roughly 6 h 32 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July & August.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 30°F.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (November – January), which brings about 29.3 in (744 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 34/100 in October to 19/100.
- Our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends May – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 30°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes9.3 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Geiranger in November
With 9.3 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Brasserie Posten
Village restaurant by the fjord serving local produce.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.3 in of rain.
Flydalsjuvet
Classic overlook of the fjord and village from the south side.
Geiranger Sjokolade
Chocolate shop in an old boathouse.
Why now Easy to slot in when November's rain moves in.
Norwegian Fjord Centre
Museum on fjord life, farming and avalanches.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 9.3 in of rain.
Ørnesvingen
Eagle Road hairpin viewpoint looking down the fjord.
Nearby in November
- Flåm in November~86 mi · highs 40°F, 6.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Bergen in November~134 mi · highs 42°F, 11.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Oslo in November~192 mi · highs 38°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,165 m to Geiranger's ~12 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Geiranger in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Geiranger?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 19/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July & August. Expect highs of 39°F (4°C) and 9.3 in (236 mm) of rain. Our Norway in a Nutshell route recommends May – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Geiranger in November?
Average highs are 39°F (4°C) and average lows 30°F (-1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Geiranger in November?
Yes: about 9.3 in (236 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 92.9 in (2360 mm).
What should I pack for Geiranger in November?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 30°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (9.3 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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