If you’re planning a winter trip to Rovaniemi between December and March, it’s wise to get familiar with the weather patterns of the Arctic and how they influence not just your daytime activities but also your chances of seeing the Northern Lights in the night time.  

Below is a month-by-month guide to what to expect from Rovaniemi weather conditions, and practical tips for travellers.

Planning a holiday in Rovaniemi is exciting, but we also know it can feel overwhelming at first glance. With so many activities to choose from—Northern Lights hunting, reindeer farm visits, hiking, snowshoeing, skiing, ice fishing, and countless others—the challenge isn’t finding things to do but deciding how to fit them into your time here.

Just a short drive from Rovaniemi, you can find landscapes that feel untouched by time: the deep Korouoma canyon, frozen lakes and rivers, old-growth forests, and waterfalls that defy the cold by continuing to flow even in the middle of winter.

In Rovaniemi, you can join the original Beyond Arctic Aurora Hunters for an evening that combines expert guiding, comfort, and something extra that makes the experience especially rewarding: the night-time adventure is led by a professional photographer.

So, you have decided to travel to Rovaniemi? You are probably busy making plans to make sure you don’t miss any of the must-have experiences in the capital of Finnish Lapland. Make sure to include a visit to Santa Claus Village to your Rovaniemi bucket list!