July weather - Summer 2024 - Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Weather in July
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in July
Average rainfall in July
Average rainfall days in July
Average snowfall days in July
Average sea temperature in July
Average daylight in July
Average sunshine in July
Average UV index in July

The frozen Arctic Blue Sea overlooking the snow-covered mountains in the background in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, and Jan Mayen

Weather in July

In July, Longyearbyen experiences its warmest weather conditions with the temperature reaching the year's peak at 7°C (44.6°F). It is a balmy summer month replete with a full 24 hours of daylight. Despite the warm air, a remnant of the frozen landscape lingers with one lone day of snowfall, serving as a reminder of the incredible diversity in the city’s weather. July sees the most considerable number of rainy days at 18, making it the wettest month of the year. These elements jointly craft July's unique weather pattern, reflecting the city’s highest points of warmth and wetness.

Temperature

The warmest month in Longyearbyen is July, with an average high-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 3°C (37.4°F).

Rainfall

In July, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout July, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86 rainfall days, and 271mm (10.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. Month with the least snowfall days in Longyearbyen is July, when snow falls for 1 days.

Sea temperature

In Longyearbyen, in July, the average water temperature is 5°C (41°F).
Note: Staying in 5°C (41°F) waters for just a few moments at 13°C (55.4°F) can be harrowing, and below 10°C (50°F) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

The months with the shortest days in Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, are January, May through July, November and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, is 5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in July suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Longyearbyen?

Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, experiences its highest temperatures in July, with an average peak of 7°C (44.6°F) and a low of 3°C (37.4°F).

How cold is it in Longyearbyen in July?

The high-temperature, in July, in Longyearbyen, is 7°C (44.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 3°C (37.4°F).

How much does it rain in Longyearbyen in July?

In Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, during July, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Longyearbyen?

July has the least snowfall days of the year in Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen. Snow falls for 1 days.

How many days does it snow in July in Longyearbyen?

In July, snow falls for 1 days.

What is the sea water temperature in July in Longyearbyen?

In July, the average sea temperature in Longyearbyen is 5°C (41°F). Swimming in 5°C (41°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What are the months with the shortest days in Longyearbyen?

January, May through July, November and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days.

What is the average length of the day in July in Longyearbyen?

In July, the average day length in Longyearbyen is 0h and 0min.

How many hours of sunshine does Longyearbyen have in July?

The average sunshine duration in July in Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, is 5h.

When is the highest UV index in Longyearbyen?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index in Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen.

What is the UV index intensity in July in Longyearbyen?

In July, the average daily maximum UV index in Longyearbyen is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

3°C 37.4°F

7°C 44.6°F

6°C 42.8°F

Average low temperature

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in July
Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average high temperature in July: 7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and March (-13°C).

Average low temperature in July: 3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-21°C).

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Average rainfall in July
Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average rainfall in July: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in July
Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average rainfall days in July: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and March (2 days).

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Average snowfall days in July
Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average snowfall days in July: 1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are November and December (22 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1 days).

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Average sea temperature in July
Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average sea temperature in July: 5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and April (1°C).

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Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average daylight in July: 0h and 0min

The month with the longest days is September (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The months with the shortest days are January, May, June, July, November and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

Average sunshine in July: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

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Average UV index in July
Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average UV index in July: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 0).

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July weather forecast
Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

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