Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Svolvær in November
Svolvær cools off: highs slip to 41°F (5°C), from 46°F in October, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 5.4 in (137 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 31/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 41°F (5°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 5.4 in (137 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~3 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 31/100 · Tough
What November feels like
Highs only reach about 41°F (5°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Nights cool to an average low of 37°F (3°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.4 in (137 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 83%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Daylight is short, roughly 3 h 57 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July & August.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Comfort slips from 40/100 in October to 31/100.
- November sits inside the Late Nov – Mar window our Lofoten & Tromsø route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 37°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.4 in of rain on average
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Svolvær in November
With 5.4 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Lofoten War Memorial Museum
Private collection in a 1923 post-office building covering the German occupation of Lofoten and the 1941 commando raids.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.4 in of rain.
Børsen Spiseri
Restaurant in an 1828 fish-trading house on Svinøya, serving stockfish, cod and lamb by candlelight.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.4 in of rain.
Vågan Church
The 1898 'Lofoten Cathedral' in Kabelvåg, a wooden church built for the fishermen who crowded in each winter.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in November.
Fiskekrogen
Long-running seafood restaurant on the Henningsvær quay, known for fish soup and the catch of the day.
Why now Easy to slot in when November's rain moves in.
Nearby in November
- Reine in November~43 mi · highs 43°F, 4.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Tromsø in November~146 mi · highs 32°F, 4.5 in rain or snow · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, drier
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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Svolvær?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 31/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July & August. Expect highs of 41°F (5°C) and 5.4 in (137 mm) of rain. November is inside the Late Nov – Mar window our Lofoten & Tromsø route recommends.
How cold is Svolvær in November?
Average highs are 41°F (5°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Svolvær in November?
Yes: about 5.4 in (137 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.7 in (1314 mm).
What should I pack for Svolvær in November?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 37°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.4 in of rain on average), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in November
- Lofoten & Tromsø Late Nov – Mar
Planning Svolvær in November?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.