Weather radar Rovaniemi
Real-time precipitation radar · Lappland · Finland
Rovaniemi climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Rovaniemi shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | -7.3° | -5.8° | -0.4° | 4.7° | 12° | 18.6° | 21.1° | 18.6° | 12.9° | 4.6° | -2.8° | -5.8° |
| Avg low (°C) | -13.1° | -11.4° | -8.1° | -3.9° | 2.7° | 9.7° | 12.3° | 10.2° | 6.4° | -0.1° | -7.8° | -11.2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 40 | 36 | 28 | 38 | 42 | 78 | 89 | 97 | 75 | 83 | 38 | 48 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 12 |
| Sunshine hours | 19 | 63 | 192 | 296 | 376 | 421 | 386 | 292 | 159 | 87 | 20 | 1 |
| Humidity | 87% | 87% | 80% | 70% | 64% | 66% | 72% | 80% | 85% | 90% | 92% | 89% |
Best time to visit Rovaniemi
The best time to visit Rovaniemi is typically May. In this month the average high is 12°C, precipitation is 42 mm and sunshine duration is 376 hours. The annual average high is 5.9°C, total annual precipitation is 692 mm (138 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2312 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rovaniemi
How up to date is the weather radar for Rovaniemi?
The weather radar for Rovaniemi is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Rovaniemi?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Rovaniemi: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Rovaniemi?
The thunderstorm potential for Rovaniemi is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Rovaniemi.
What is the climate like in Rovaniemi?
Rovaniemi has an annual average high of 5.9°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 21.1°C), the coldest January (avg low -13.1°C). The wettest month is August with 97 mm, the driest March with 28 mm. Total annual precipitation is 692 mm (138 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2312 hours.
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