Norrbotten Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Norrbotten, Sweden in April.

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Kiruna Arjeplog Abisko Arvidsjaur

Thinking about venturing to Norrbotten, Sweden this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Norrbotten in April

Norrbotten, Sweden is a region in Sweden. April in Norrbotten generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Abisko at 0°C (32°F) to cold in Boden at 6°C (43°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Boden and -7°C (19°F) in Abisko. In numerous regions in Sweden, April 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Norrbotten, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Luleå with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Abisko with 59 mm (2.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Norrbotten in April

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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 Norrbotten

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Norrbotten, Sweden?

Temperature range in Norrbotten (April)

Precipitation variation in Norrbotten (April)

Kiruna

In April Kiruna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-6°C (21°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kiruna →

Arjeplog

In April Arjeplog generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Arjeplog →

Abisko

In April Abisko generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snowfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Abisko →

Arvidsjaur

In April Arvidsjaur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Arvidsjaur →

Boden

In April Boden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Boden →

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

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Norrbotten in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kiruna 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Arjeplog 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Abisko 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Arvidsjaur 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Boden 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Gällivare 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)

Norrbotten weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Norrbotten, Sweden in April?

In April, Norrbotten, Sweden generally has poor weather conditions. Kiruna sees daytime temperatures near 3°C (37°F), with nights cooling to roughly -6°C (21°F).

What is the average temperature in Norrbotten, Sweden in April?

Kiruna averages a daytime maximum of 3°C (37°F) in April, with overnight lows close to -6°C (21°F).

Does Norrbotten, Sweden get a lot of snow/rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Norrbotten, Sweden. Kiruna averages only about 36 mm (1.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Norrbotten, Sweden?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kiruna, April may not be the ideal time to visit Norrbotten, Sweden.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide 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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