Lapland Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lapland, Sweden in November.

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Kiruna Jukkasjärvi Porjus

Planning a getaway to Lapland, Sweden this November and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Lapland in November

Lapland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. November in Lapland generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -3°C (27°F) and nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) in Kiruna. In many regions in Sweden, November is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Lapland, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Jukkasjärvi with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to moderate snowfall in Porjus with 56 mm (2.2 in).

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 Kiruna)

January-7°C (19°F) February-7°C (19°F) March-2°C (28°F) April3°C (37°F) May9°C (48°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August16°C (61°F) September11°C (52°F) October4°C (39°F) November-3°C (27°F) December-5°C (23°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Lapland in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Lapland.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Lapland

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Lapland, Sweden?

Temperature range in Lapland (November)

Precipitation variation in Lapland (November)

Kiruna

In November Kiruna generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kiruna →

Jukkasjärvi

In November Jukkasjärvi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snowfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jukkasjärvi →

Porjus

In November Porjus generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Porjus →

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Lapland in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kiruna -3°C (27°F) -9°C (16°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Jukkasjärvi -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Porjus -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Lapland weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lapland, Sweden in November?

Lapland, Sweden typically experiences poor weather in November, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kiruna average around -3°C (27°F), and temperatures drop to about -9°C (16°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Lapland, Sweden in November?

In Kiruna, the average daytime high in November is -3°C (27°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -9°C (16°F).

Does Lapland, Sweden get a lot of snow in November?

Not particularly. Kiruna averages just 47 mm (1.9 in) of snow in November, making it a mostly dry month for Lapland, Sweden.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Lapland, Sweden?

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit Lapland, Sweden due to the typically poor weather in Kiruna.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly tolerable weather in Kiruna. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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