Climate of Lapland, Finland
Area-weighted average across Lapland. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Lapland, a subdivision of Finland, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -13.7°C / 7.3°F in January to 13.6°C / 56.5°F in July, with rainfall from 27 mm / 1.1 in to 73 mm / 2.9 in depending on the season (521 mm / 20.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -13.7°C7.3°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| February | -12.7°C9.1°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| March | -7.8°C18°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| April | -2.5°C27.5°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| May | 4.2°C39.6°F | 34 mm1.3″ | — |
| June | 10.8°C51.4°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| July | 13.6°C56.5°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| August | 10.9°C51.6°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| September | 5.6°C42.1°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| October | -0.8°C30.6°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
| November | -7.7°C18.1°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
| December | -11.9°C10.6°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Lapland?
Lapland, Finland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 13.6°C / 56.5°F, and the driest is February at 27 mm / 1.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Lapland?
Lapland, Finland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -13.7°C / 7.3°F in January to 13.6°C / 56.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 521 mm / 20.5 in, with the wettest month being July (73 mm / 2.9 in) and the driest February (27 mm / 1.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Lapland?
The hottest month in Lapland is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.6°C / 56.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Lapland?
The coldest month in Lapland is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -13.7°C / 7.3°F.
When does it rain most in Lapland?
The wettest month in Lapland is July, averaging about 73 mm / 2.9 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 27 mm / 1.1 in.