Climate Swedish Lapland
The northernmost region of Sweden is known as Swedish Lapland, and is distinguished by a harsh climate. Due to its subarctic climate, this area typically experiences long, cold winters and short, cool summers.
Long, cold winters with average lows below freezing from November to April are a feature of the subarctic climate. In Swedish Lapland, low winter temperatures can reach as low as -30 degrees Celsius.
Despite the cold temperatures, relatively little snow falls in the area, and the snow that does fall does not stay on the ground for long due to the often strong winds in the area.
Swedish Lapland experiences short, cool summers with average highs of about 10 degrees Celsius. Despite the long summer days with plenty of sunlight, the area feels much cooler than other parts of Sweden due to the cool temperatures and strong winds.
Winter
Swedish Lapland has long, bitterly cold winters with average lows below freezing and high winds. Snow does not fall often, but when it does, it quickly disappears from the landscape.
Spring
Swedish Lapland's spring is characterized by gradually rising temperatures and an increase in precipitation. Before summer arrives, the region experiences a brief period of mild weather as snow begins to melt.
Summer
Swedish Lapland experiences short, cool summers with average highs of about 10 degrees Celsius. Despite long hours of sunlight, the area feels much cooler than other parts of Sweden due to the cool temperatures and strong winds.
Autumn
The autumn months of Swedish Lapland are characterized by rapidly falling temperatures and an increase in precipitation. Before the chilly, snowy winter begins, there is a brief period of mild weather in the region.
Climate Swedish Lapland by month
|
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Day temp. (°C) |
-9 |
-8 |
-4 |
1 |
9 |
14 |
18 |
16 |
11 |
3 |
-3 |
-6 |
| Night temp. (°C) |
-15 |
-14 |
-11 |
-6 |
1 |
6 |
10 |
8 |
4 |
-1 |
-7 |
-11 |
|
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Precipitation (mm) |
20 |
19 |
21 |
20 |
26 |
35 |
47 |
42 |
34 |
24 |
22 |
25 |
| Days with rain |
3 |
3 |
5 |
8 |
13 |
14 |
17 |
15 |
14 |
9 |
5 |
4 |
| Days with snow |
18 |
16 |
18 |
14 |
6 |
- |
- |
- |
1 |
8 |
13 |
18 |
| Dry days |
10 |
9 |
8 |
8 |
12 |
16 |
14 |
16 |
15 |
14 |
12 |
9 |
|
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Sun hours per day |
1 |
3 |
5 |
6 |
10 |
1 |
10 |
9 |
7 |
5 |
2 |
1 |
| Wind force (Bft) |
2 |
2 |
3 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
| UV-index |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
3 |
4 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
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Best time to visit Swedish Lapland
A beautiful and special location, Swedish Lapland offers breathtaking scenery, intriguing culture and countless opportunities for adventure. But when is the ideal time to travel? Your travel goals will determine the answer to this question.
If you want to see the Northern Lights, the best time to travel is in winter, from November to February. The sky is at its darkest then and conditions are best for seeing the Northern Lights. If you enjoy outdoor activities such as dog sledding, snowmobiling or skiing, the winter period is also the best time to go.
If you want to see the midnight sun, however, the best time to travel is in summer, from June to August. With the sun never setting during this period, you can take advantage of the endless daylight and long, pleasant evenings.
Swedish Lapland is truly a magical place that will leave you with lifelong memories no matter when you decide to go there.
Swedish Lapland weather by month
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Swedish Lapland?
The region Swedish Lapland is located in Sweden. It lies in a straight line 9,002 km from Manila.
The coordinates of Swedish Lapland are:
- Latitude: 66.6061654
- Longitude: 19.8291377
The GPS coordinates are 66° 36' N, 19° 49' E
How long is the flight to Swedish Lapland?
The flight time from Manila International Airport to Swedish Lapland is approximately 12 h. 30 min.
What are the largest airports in Swedish Lapland?
These are the largest airports in Swedish Lapland:
- Gällivare Airport (GEV) in Gällivare
- Arvidsjaur Airport (AJR) in Arvidsjaur
- Kiruna Airport (KRN) in Kiruna
What is the currency of Swedish Lapland?
In Swedish Lapland, the Swedish krona/kronor (SEK) is used for payment.
Exchange rates on 7 June 2023
- 1 Philippine piso = 0.18 Swedish krona/kronor
- 1 Swedish krona/kronor = 5.61 Philippine piso
- 100 Philippine piso = 17.82 Swedish krona/kronor
- 100 Swedish krona/kronor = 561.30 Philippine piso
What is the area code of Swedish Lapland?
The area code to call Swedish Lapland is +46.
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