Lapland

Lapland Weather in November

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

Planning a getaway to Lapland, Finland 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, Finland is a region in Finland. November in Lapland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Kilpisjärvi at -3°C (27°F) and cold in Kemi at 2°C (36°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Kemi and -10°C (14°F) in Kilpisjärvi. In many areas in Finland, November brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across Lapland, Finland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Nuorgam with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate snowfall in Kemi with 74 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during November. Rovaniemi receives roughly 18 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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)

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.

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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, Finland?

Temperature range in Lapland (November)

Precipitation variation in Lapland (November)

Rovaniemi

In November Rovaniemi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
18 hours
4 hours
Monthly snowfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Levi

In November Levi 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
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
19 hours
4 hours
Monthly snowfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Äkäslompolo

In November Äkäslompolo 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
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 sun hours
61 hours
19 hours
4 hours
Monthly snowfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Saariselka

In November Saariselka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
7 hours
0 hours
0 hours
Monthly snowfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Pyhätunturi

In November Pyhätunturi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snowfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Lapland, in Finland.

Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rovaniemi -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Levi -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Äkäslompolo -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Saariselka -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Pyhätunturi -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Salla -2°C (28°F) -8°C (18°F) 51 mm (2 in)

Lapland weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

Lapland, Finland typically experiences poor weather in November, part of the season. Daytime highs in Rovaniemi average around -1°C (30°F), and temperatures drop to about -7°C (19°F) at night.

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

Rovaniemi averages a daytime maximum of -1°C (30°F) in November, with overnight lows close to -7°C (19°F).

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

Not particularly. Rovaniemi averages just 56 mm (2.2 in) of snow in November, making it a mostly dry month for Lapland, Finland.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Lapland, Finland?

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

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Rovaniemi. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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