The best times to visit Rovaniemi for ideal weather are

June 18th to August 19th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Rovaniemi Travel Info

Weather in Rovaniemi

Temperature

Average temperatures in Rovaniemi vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 16th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Rovaniemi, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 70.3°F (21.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.2°F (11.8°C) at night.

Rovaniemi Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Rovaniemi Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Rovaniemi Perceived Temperature (F)

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Rovaniemi Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Rovaniemi Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 18.7 12.6 6.1
Feb 18.8 13 6.9
Mar 30.2 22.9 15.5
Apr 40.4 32.7 25.7
May 53.6 45 36.8
Jun 62 53.7 45.6
Jul 67.7 59.3 51.5
Aug 63.6 55.7 48.3
Sep 53.1 46.6 40.4
Oct 39.2 34.4 29.6
Nov 29.9 25.4 20.2
Dec 24.4 19.3 13.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -7.4 -10.8 -14.4
Feb -7.3 -10.6 -13.9
Mar -1 -5.1 -9.2
Apr 4.7 0.4 -3.5
May 12 7.2 2.7
Jun 16.7 12.1 7.6
Jul 19.8 15.2 10.8
Aug 17.6 13.2 9.1
Sep 11.7 8.1 4.7
Oct 4 1.3 -1.3
Nov -1.2 -3.7 -6.6
Dec -4.2 -7.1 -10.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Rovaniemi are April, March, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid October with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of October 15th.

When can you find snow in Rovaniemi? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to late March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Rovaniemi is often around around March 12th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Rovaniemi.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Rovaniemi (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 19% 16.5 2.1
Feb 24% 24 1.8
Mar 19% 28 1.9
Apr 15% 22.5 1.4
May 24% 11.4 2.4
Jun 19% 0 2.2
Jul 24% 0 2.5
Aug 20% 0 2.5
Sep 22% 4.7 2.4
Oct 23% 2.4 2.2
Nov 24% 5 2.1
Dec 23% 9.2 2.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 19 41.9 5.3
Feb 24 61 4.6
Mar 19 71.1 4.8
Apr 15 57.2 3.6
May 24 29 6.1
Jun 19 0 5.6
Jul 24 0 6.4
Aug 20 0 6.4
Sep 22 11.9 6.1
Oct 23 6.1 5.6
Nov 24 12.7 5.3
Dec 23 23.4 5.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Rovaniemi has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (56.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (94%).

Wind in Rovaniemi is usually moderate. The windiest month is March, followed by February and May. March’s average wind speed of around 8 knots (9.2 MPH or 14.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 14.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Rovaniemi.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Feb 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Mar 8 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Apr 7.5 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
May 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Jun 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Jul 6.9 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Aug 6.8 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Sep 6.9 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Oct 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Nov 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Dec 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 88.5%
Feb 87%
Mar 73.8%
Apr 63.7%
May 57.8%
Jun 56.5%
Jul 65.1%
Aug 71.2%
Sep 80%
Oct 89.4%
Nov 94%
Dec 90.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Rovaniemi?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Finland; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Rovaniemi, Finland is July, followed by June and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Rovaniemi in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.7 in December means 50.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Rovaniemi Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 61.8°F (16.6°C) and 25.1°F (-3.8°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Rovaniemi, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C), which will feel very chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Rovaniemi to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 26.3°F (-3.2°C) and 16.6°F (-8.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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