Climate Overview
The climate in Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben is cold. The average annual temperature is -6°C and approximately 724mm of precipitation falls per year. Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are March, February, January, when temperatures can drop to -18°C. Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 4°C with a mean of 3°C. March brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 724mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 95mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 31mm. That's 64mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 526cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 72cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
84 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben, which began on June 21, 2026. Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 4°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near -18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -18 to -3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 148mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 0 to 4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 146mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -8 to 1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 253mm for the season, averaging 84mm per month. Expect around 159cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to -8°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 178mm for the season, averaging 59mm per month. Expect around 172cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ny-Ålesund Airport, Hamnerabben based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
