Lapland

Lapland Weather & Climate: Finland

Climate by month across Lapland, Finland, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Lapland

When planning a visit to Lapland in Finland, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from -6°C (21°F) in January up to 21°C (70°F) during the peak of July. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Rovaniemi, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Lapland, during July you can expect comfortable weather, with an average temperature of 21°C (70°F).

The colder weather is most prominent in the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, Lapland experiences moderate variations in precipitation across the seasons. You can expect around 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain in July, dropping to 39 mm (1.5 in) in March.

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for June, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Lapland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lapland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rovaniemi)

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Rovaniemi Levi Äkäslompolo Saariselka Pyhätunturi Salla
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Climate map of Lapland

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Rovaniemi -6°C (21°F) 21°C (70°F) -14°C (7°F) 11°C (52°F) 691 mm (27 in) 1,556 hours
Levi -7°C (19°F) 20°C (68°F) -15°C (5°F) 11°C (52°F) 674 mm (27 in) 1,562 hours
Äkäslompolo -7°C (19°F) 20°C (68°F) -15°C (5°F) 11°C (52°F) 700 mm (28 in) 1,562 hours
Saariselka -7°C (19°F) 19°C (66°F) -14°C (7°F) 10°C (50°F) 650 mm (26 in) 1,090 hours
Pyhätunturi -7°C (19°F) 20°C (68°F) -15°C (5°F) 11°C (52°F) 684 mm (27 in)
Salla -7°C (19°F) 20°C (68°F) -15°C (5°F) 11°C (52°F) 701 mm (28 in)

Places in Lapland, Finland

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