Our verdict
The best time to visit Kiruna is May-June
In summer, temperatures can reach as high as 22℃ (72℉) in the middle of the day. In the winter months, it can get down to as low as -22℃ (-8℉) at night.
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Kiruna, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in August are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. The wet season in Kiruna usually falls during the months surrounding September 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.
Find out everything you need to know about when to visit Kiruna below, including detailed information about the weather and tools to help you find the best prices and book your trip.
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Kiruna seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Kiruna as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Kiruna 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 Kiruna
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 Kiruna 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.
Kiruna 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 Kiruna 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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Kiruna in January
- Average temperature: -13℃ (10℉)
- Average high temperature: -10℃ (14℉)
- Average low temperature: -16℃ (4℉)
- Average humidity: 92%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 22mm (1") over 5 days
- Average snow days: 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna 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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Kiruna in February
- Average temperature: -12℃ (10℉)
- Average high temperature: -9℃ (15℉)
- Average low temperature: -16℃ (3℉)
- Average humidity: 91%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 21mm (1") over 3 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna 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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Kiruna in March
- Average temperature: -9℃ (16℉)
- Average high temperature: -5℃ (22℉)
- Average low temperature: -13℃ (8℉)
- Average humidity: 90%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna 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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Kiruna in April
- Average temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average high temperature: -1℃ (31℉)
- Average low temperature: -8℃ (17℉)
- Average humidity: 91%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 21mm (1") over 7 days
- Average snow days: 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna 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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Kiruna in May
- Average temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average high temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average low temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 36mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna 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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Kiruna in June
- Average temperature: 10℃ (49℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 65%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 38mm (1") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Kiruna in July
- Average temperature: 14℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna in July, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Kiruna in August
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 39mm (2") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna in August, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Kiruna in September
- Average temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (49℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 44mm (2") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna in September, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
Kiruna in October
- Average temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (33℉)
- Average low temperature: -3℃ (27℉)
- Average humidity: 87%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 30mm (1") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna 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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Kiruna in November
- Average temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average high temperature: -5℃ (24℉)
- Average low temperature: -9℃ (16℉)
- Average humidity: 90%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 22mm (1") over 5 days
- Average snow days: 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna 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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Kiruna in December
- Average temperature: -10℃ (15℉)
- Average high temperature: -7℃ (19℉)
- Average low temperature: -13℃ (9℉)
- Average humidity: 91%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 27mm (1") over 5 days
- Average snow days: 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kiruna 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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