Average Monthly Sunshine in Rovaniemi

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Rovaniemi receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Rovaniemi varies. It peaks at 272 hours in June and drops to 4 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1556 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Rovaniemi serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 9.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Rovaniemi’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Rovaniemi enjoys an average of 1556 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

July, Rovaniemi’s wettest month, receives 86 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of -0°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Rovaniemi Precipitation page.