Lapland

Lapland Weather in September

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

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Rovaniemi Levi Äkäslompolo Saariselka

Planning a trip to Lapland, Finland this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Lapland in September

Lapland, Finland is a region in Finland. September in Lapland generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Kilpisjärvi at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Kemi at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Kemi and 2°C (36°F) in Kilpisjärvi.

To explore the conditions in Lapland, Finland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nuorgam with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Kilpisjärvi with 78 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Rovaniemi gets approximately 112 hours of sunlight in September, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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)

January-6°C (21°F) February-6°C (21°F) March0°C (32°F) April5°C (41°F) May12°C (54°F) This monthJune18°C (64°F) July21°C (70°F) August18°C (64°F) September13°C (55°F) October5°C (41°F) November-1°C (30°F) December-4°C (25°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Lapland in September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Lapland, Finland?

Temperature range in Lapland (September)

Precipitation variation in Lapland (September)

Rovaniemi

In September Rovaniemi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
112 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Rovaniemi →

Levi

In September Levi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
112 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Levi →

Äkäslompolo

In September Äkäslompolo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
112 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Äkäslompolo →

Saariselka

In September Saariselka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
69 hours
52 hours
7 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Saariselka →

Pyhätunturi

In September Pyhätunturi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Pyhätunturi →

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

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rovaniemi 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Levi 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Äkäslompolo 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Saariselka 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Pyhätunturi 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Salla 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Lapland weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Lapland, Finland in September. The popular destination of Rovaniemi averages 13°C (55°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Rovaniemi peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in September, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Lapland, Finland get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in Lapland, Finland. Rovaniemi averages only about 63 mm (2.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Lapland, Finland?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Rovaniemi, September may not be the ideal time to visit Lapland, Finland.

On average, the best time to visit Lapland, Finland is in July with generally perfect weather in Rovaniemi. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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