Weather in February in Lapland
Planning a getaway to Lapland this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Lapland in February?
Lapland is a region in Finland. February in Lapland generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. In February, it is winter.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -8°C in Kilpisjärvi to -5°C in Tornio. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -12°C in Tornio and -15°C in Kilpisjärvi. In numerous regions in Finland, February is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Nellimö with an average of 31 mm to moderate snowfall in Kilpisjärvi with 56 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 56 hours of sunshine in Rovaniemi. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For a closer look at February's conditions in Lapland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Lapland's yearly weather, check out our Lapland climate page.
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What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Lapland?
Rovaniemi
In February Rovaniemi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Levi
In February Levi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Äkäslompolo
In February Äkäslompolo generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Saariselka
In February Saariselka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Pyhätunturi
In February Pyhätunturi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Lapland, in Finland.
Is February the best time to visit Lapland?
In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Lapland with often poor weather in Rovaniemi.
Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Rovaniemi. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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