Climate of Norrbotten, Sweden
Area-weighted average across Norrbotten. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Norrbotten, a subdivision of Sweden, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -12.7°C / 9.1°F in January to 12.9°C / 55.2°F in July, with rainfall from 29 mm / 1.1 in to 83 mm / 3.3 in depending on the season (571 mm / 22.5 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 | -12.7°C9.1°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
| February | -12.2°C10°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| March | -7.9°C17.8°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| April | -2.3°C27.9°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| May | 4.1°C39.4°F | 38 mm1.5″ | — |
| June | 10.1°C50.2°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| July | 12.9°C55.2°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| August | 10.7°C51.3°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| September | 5.5°C41.9°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| October | -0.6°C30.9°F | 50 mm2″ | Snowy |
| November | -7.5°C18.5°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
| December | -11.1°C12°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Norrbotten?
Norrbotten, Sweden does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 12.9°C / 55.2°F, and the driest is April at 29 mm / 1.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Norrbotten?
Norrbotten, Sweden has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -12.7°C / 9.1°F in January to 12.9°C / 55.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 571 mm / 22.5 in, with the wettest month being July (83 mm / 3.3 in) and the driest April (29 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 Norrbotten?
The hottest month in Norrbotten is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.9°C / 55.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Norrbotten?
The coldest month in Norrbotten is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -12.7°C / 9.1°F.
When does it rain most in Norrbotten?
The wettest month in Norrbotten is July, averaging about 83 mm / 3.3 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 29 mm / 1.1 in.