Best time to visit Jan Mayen

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When is the best time to visit Jan Mayen?

The best time to visit Jan Mayen is May and June based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

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23
Mar
27
Apr
32
May
36
Jun
41
Jul
41
Aug
37
Sep
34
Oct
28
Nov
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The weather guide for Jan Mayen shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Which is the hottest month in Jan Mayen?

The hottest time of year in Jan Mayen is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 41°F.

Which month has the most rain in Jan Mayen?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Jan Mayen with 3.6 inches on average. There are normally 20 days in October with some rain. Rain may fall as snow in this month.

When is it sunniest in Jan Mayen?

The sunniest time of year in Jan Mayen is normally May with bright sunshine on average for 24% of daylight hours; that's 5 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Jan Mayen?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Jan Mayen in August when the water temperature reaches 43°F.

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