Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Svolvær in July
Svolvær's warmest month brings highs averaging 58°F (15°C), lows of 53°F (11°C) and about 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain.
July opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 69/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 58°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 3.6 in (92 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~22 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What July feels like
Days are mild at around 58°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 53°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.6 in (92 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 76%.
With about 22 h 46 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around July
July is one of Svolvær's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: July & August.
- Comfort improves from 59/100 in June to 69/100.
- Our Lofoten & Tromsø route recommends Late Nov – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Svolvær in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Henningsvær Stadion
Football pitch laid out on a flat rock skerry at the tip of Henningsvær, surrounded by sea.
Fiskekrogen
Long-running seafood restaurant on the Henningsvær quay, known for fish soup and the catch of the day.
Lofoten War Memorial Museum
Private collection in a 1923 post-office building covering the German occupation of Lofoten and the 1941 commando raids.
Magic Ice Lofoten
Ice bar and gallery in a harbour warehouse, with sculptures of Lofoten fishing life carved from ice.
Nearby in July
- Reine in July~43 mi · highs 56°F, 2.9 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Tromsø in July~146 mi · highs 63°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Svolvær in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Svolvær?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 69/100. Expect highs of 58°F (15°C) and 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain. Our Lofoten & Tromsø route recommends Late Nov – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Svolvær in July?
Average highs are 58°F (15°C) and average lows 53°F (11°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Svolvær in July?
Some: about 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.7 in (1314 mm).
What should I pack for Svolvær in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Svolvær in July?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.