Ivalo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Ivalo, Lapland, Finland, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 19°C (66°F) and January dropping to -7°C (19°F).
Ivalo sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 641 mm (25 in) per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from November to March, creating some seasonal variation. The most sunshine falls in June, with an average of 6.1 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Ivalo
Visitors to Ivalo can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -7°C (19°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 10°C (50°F) in July to around -14°C (7°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Ivalo
Generally, Ivalo experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 641 mm (25 in) yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, August it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 85 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month March brings less snowfall, with 31 mm (1.2 in) over 18 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Ivalo Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Ivalo
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Ivalo. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.1 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Ivalo by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ivalo.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 86%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Ivalo
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 3 m/s (6 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in August and September and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Ivalo 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Ivalo
During July and August, Ivalo experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 17°C (62°F) and 19°C (66°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 84 mm (3.3 in) and 85 mm (3.3 in). Need help choosing your next travel destination? We offer a specialized tool that matches you with locations based on your weather preferences. Explore destinations that suit your climate preferences.
