Town in Norrbotten County, Sweden
Kiruna weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kiruna
Late Sep–Mar for Northern Lights; Feb–Mar has light and snow. Jun–Jul has midnight sun and hiking. Dec–Jan is dark and about -15°C.
Kiruna weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-11°35 mm
- Feb-10°30 mm
- Mar-5°26 mm
- Apr0°35 mm
- May6°70 mm
- Jun12°93 mm
- Jul16°128 mm
- Aug14°92 mm
- Sep8°71 mm
- Oct0°48 mm
- Nov-6°40 mm
- Dec-8°40 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11°C13°F | -16°C3°F | 35 mm | 97% | Freezing |
| February | -10°C15°F | -16°C4°F | 30 mm | 96% | Freezing |
| March | -5°C22°F | -13°C8°F | 26 mm | 95% | Freezing |
| April | 0°C31°F | -7°C19°F | 35 mm | 92% | Freezing |
| May | 6°C43°F | 0°C31°F | 70 mm | 84% | Cold |
| June | 12°C54°F | 5°C41°F | 93 mm | 77% | Cool |
| July | 16°C62°F | 9°C48°F | 128 mm | 79% | Cool |
| August | 14°C57°F | 7°C44°F | 92 mm | 84% | Cool |
| September | 8°C46°F | 2°C36°F | 71 mm | 90% | Cold |
| October | 0°C31°F | -5°C23°F | 48 mm | 96% | Freezing |
| November | -6°C21°F | -11°C12°F | 40 mm | 98% | Freezing |
| December | -8°C17°F | -14°C8°F | 40 mm | 97% | Freezing |
Best months across Sweden
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Stockholm | May–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Gothenburg | May–Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Malmö | May–Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Kiruna | Feb–Mar, Jun–Jul, Sep | Jul (16°C) |
| Uppsala | May–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Visby | Jun–Aug | Jul (20°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Kiruna?
Feb–Mar, Jun–Jul, Sep. Late Sep–Mar for Northern Lights; Feb–Mar has light and snow. Jun–Jul has midnight sun and hiking. Dec–Jan is dark and about -15°C.
When is the rainy season in Kiruna?
Rain peaks in July with about 128 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Kiruna?
July, with average highs of 16°C (62°F).
How cold does Kiruna get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -16°C (3°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Visit Kiruna (Swedish Lapland)
- Swedavia Kiruna Airport
- Region Norrbotten
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.