Lapland is one of several regions in Sweden, with temperatures that range from -7°C (19°F) in January to 18°C (64°F) during the peak of July. We've based our full climate overview on data from Kiruna, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
The weather in Lapland changes throughout the year, with no distinct months of consistently pleasant temperatures.
The coldest months generally fall in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December.
When it comes to rainfall, Lapland sees significant variations throughout the year. July tends to be the wettest, receiving 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while March is much drier with just 33 mm (1.3 in).
