Swedish Lapland
An ice hotel rebuilt from scratch every winter, reindeer herded by the Sámi the way they have been for generations, and a midnight sun in summer that makes bedtime a matter of opinion.
The best time to visit Swedish Lapland is Dec–Mar, or Jun–Aug, when typical daytime highs reach about 16°C (61°F). Local time there is 12:05 (UTC+2).
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The year at a glance
January · high -8°C · rain 41mm · 3.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
the dashed line is freezing · shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Kiruna, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8°C18°F | 41mm1.6in | 3.2h3.2h | in the recommended window |
| February | -7°C20°F | 38mm1.5in | 7.6h7.6h | in the recommended window |
| March | -4°C26°F | 38mm1.5in | 11.4h11.4h | in the recommended window |
| April | 2°C35°F | 40mm1.6in | 15.5h15.5h | |
| May | 7°C45°F | 63mm2.5in | 20.1h20.1h | |
| June | 16°C61°F | 76mm3.0in | 24.0h24.0h | the sun does not set · in the recommended window |
| July | 17°C63°F | 94mm3.7in | 24.0h24.0h | the sun does not set · in the recommended window |
| August | 15°C60°F | 86mm3.4in | 17.3h17.3h | in the recommended window |
| September | 9°C49°F | 90mm3.5in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| October | 1°C34°F | 73mm2.9in | 9.1h9.1h | |
| November | -4°C25°F | 31mm1.2in | 4.8h4.8h | |
| December | -7°C20°F | 49mm1.9in | 0.0h0.0h | the sun does not rise · in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Swedish Lapland?
The best time to visit Swedish Lapland is Dec–Mar, or Jun–Aug, when typical daytime highs reach about 16°C (61°F).
How warm does Swedish Lapland get?
Typical daytime highs in Swedish Lapland are Mar–May 2°C (35°F), Jun–Aug 16°C (61°F), Sep–Nov 2°C (36°F), Dec–Feb -7°C (19°F).
Is Swedish Lapland expensive?
On the ground, Swedish Lapland is middling.
What sort of trip is Swedish Lapland good for?
Swedish Lapland is good for nature and scenery, ski and snow holidays, adventure holidays, bucket-list trips.
How rainy is Swedish Lapland?
The wettest month in Swedish Lapland is July at 94mm (3.7in), the driest November at 31mm (1.2in), with a monthly average of 60mm (2.4in).
What plug do I need for Swedish Lapland?
Swedish Lapland uses type C, F sockets at 230 V.
