Our verdict
The best time to visit Rovaniemi is April-June
In summer, temperatures can reach as high as 26℃ (78℉) in the middle of the day. In the winter, temperatures can get down to -17℃ (1℉) around January.
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Rovaniemi, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. The wet season in Rovaniemi usually falls during the months surrounding August each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
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Rovaniemi seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Rovaniemi as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Rovaniemi is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Rovaniemi
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Rovaniemi for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Rovaniemi climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Rovaniemi for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Rovaniemi in January
- Average temperature: -11℃ (13℉)
- Average high temperature: -8℃ (17℉)
- Average low temperature: -14℃ (7℉)
- Average humidity: 96%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 30mm (1") over 2 days
- Average snow days: 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rovaniemi in February
- Average temperature: -10℃ (15℉)
- Average high temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average low temperature: -13℃ (9℉)
- Average humidity: 96%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 30mm (1") over 2 days
- Average snow days: 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rovaniemi in March
- Average temperature: -6℃ (21℉)
- Average high temperature: -3℃ (27℉)
- Average low temperature: -10℃ (14℉)
- Average humidity: 95%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 34mm (1") over 4 days
- Average snow days: 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rovaniemi in April
- Average temperature: -1℃ (31℉)
- Average high temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average low temperature: -4℃ (24℉)
- Average humidity: 95%
- Average sunny days: 7 days
- Average rainfall: 26mm (1") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rovaniemi in May
- Average temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (51℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in May, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rovaniemi in June
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 68%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 16 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Rovaniemi in July
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 37mm (1") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in July, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Rovaniemi in August
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 43mm (2") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in August, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Rovaniemi in September
- Average temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 37mm (1") over 15 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Rovaniemi in October
- Average temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average high temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average low temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average humidity: 91%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 34mm (1") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in October, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rovaniemi in November
- Average temperature: -3℃ (26℉)
- Average high temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average low temperature: -5℃ (23℉)
- Average humidity: 94%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 32mm (1") over 7 days
- Average snow days: 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Rovaniemi in December
- Average temperature: -7℃ (19℉)
- Average high temperature: -5℃ (23℉)
- Average low temperature: -10℃ (14℉)
- Average humidity: 95%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 35mm (1") over 3 days
- Average snow days: 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Rovaniemi in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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