Norrbotten Weather & Climate: Sweden

Climate by month across Norrbotten, Sweden, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Norrbotten

Whether you're visiting Norrbotten in Sweden during the peak of July (18°C (64°F)) or the cooler months around January (-7°C (19°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based 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.

In Norrbotten, no particular months stand out for consistently comfortable weather, as average temperatures fluctuate year-round.

The coldest months generally fall in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, Norrbotten 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).

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Kiruna Arjeplog Abisko Arvidsjaur Boden Gällivare
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Climate map of Norrbotten

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

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Kiruna -7°C (19°F) 18°C (64°F) -15°C (5°F) 9°C (48°F) 715 mm (28 in)
Arjeplog -6°C (21°F) 19°C (66°F) -13°C (9°F) 10°C (50°F) 773 mm (30 in)
Abisko -7°C (19°F) 14°C (57°F) -14°C (7°F) 7°C (45°F) 1020 mm (40 in)
Arvidsjaur -6°C (21°F) 20°C (68°F) -13°C (9°F) 10°C (50°F) 739 mm (29 in)
Boden -5°C (23°F) 22°C (72°F) -13°C (9°F) 12°C (54°F) 681 mm (27 in)
Gällivare -7°C (19°F) 19°C (66°F) -15°C (5°F) 9°C (48°F) 721 mm (28 in)

Places in Norrbotten, Sweden

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