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Tromso in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Tromso in November will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Tromso, based on historical data.
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November

Weather in Tromso in November 2025

OK Weather
Cool
🌨️
Snowy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Tromso in November, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +1°C during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 12 snowy days in the month and around 68 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+1°C
Avg. max. temperature
-24°C
Min.
+12°C
Max.
68 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tromso has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Tromso in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Tromso for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +4°C during the day to a minimum of -15°C during the night, the temperature in November averages around -1°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 16% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +1°C to -2°C.

Is Tromso warm or cold in November?

Tromso is typically cool in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +6°C to +1°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +1°C to -4°C.

Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Tromso:

Water temperature in Tromso in November

Water in Tromso in November is Cold. It varies from +6°C to +10°C, with an average of +8°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +1°C.

In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Tromso are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +11°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +4°C.

Can you swim in Tromso in November?

We would not recommend swimming in Tromso in November, the water is very cold (+8°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Tromso in November

Tromso weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+6°C+1°C-1°C
Min. temperature
-21°C-24°C-28°C
Max. temperature
+17°C+12°C+10°C
Rainfall
124 mm68 mm60 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+8°C+8°C+7°C
Humidity
81%80%79%
Air pressure
1006 HPa1004 HPa1001 HPa
Sunny days
234
Cloudy days
788
Rainy days
1573
Snowy days
71216

November weather is still as ok as in October. It’s getting colder in November. From +6°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +1°C. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 124 mm to 68 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 80%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in November, from 2 to 3.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Tromso in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Tromso is gradually decreasing during November, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Tromso based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 7% chance of rain on an average day in November, with total rainfall of approximately 4 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain. Tromso is amazing in November with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Tromso wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 128 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 47 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during November in Tromso based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 20% chance of snow on an average day in November, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 33 mm.

Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last November in Tromso?

This is the weather in Tromso in November 2023:
1 November
☁️
+1°C
2 November
☀️
-1°C
3 November
☀️
-4°C
4 November
☀️
-1°C
5 November
☀️
+3°C
6 November
☁️
+3°C
7 November
☁️
+4°C
8 November
☀️
+3°C
9 November
☀️
+1°C
10 November
🌨️
+1°C
11 November
☁️
-1°C
12 November
☀️
-7°C
13 November
☀️
-8°C
14 November
☁️
-2°C
15 November
🌨️
0°C
16 November
🌨️
+3°C
17 November
🌨️
+2°C
18 November
🌨️
+1°C
19 November
🌨️
-2°C
20 November
☁️
-4°C
21 November
☁️
-9°C
22 November
☁️
+1°C
23 November
☁️
+1°C
24 November
☀️
-2°C
25 November
☁️
-1°C
26 November
☁️
+1°C
27 November
☀️
-3°C
28 November
☀️
-9°C
29 November
☁️
-9°C
30 November
☁️
-2°C
In November 2023 Tromso had 11 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was -1°C, with an absolute maximum of +4°C and a minimum of -9°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 68%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Tromso climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Tromso in November has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+4°C) and the highest in 1990 (+8°C). The driest year was 1980 with only 614 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1352 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tromso in November:

Is November a good time to visit Tromso?

It’s always a good time to visit Tromso, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Tromso in November?

Not really, November is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Tromso in November?

Swimming in Tromso in November is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Tromso rainy in November?

Tromso is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Tromso in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Tromso in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Tromso

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Tromso, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.