Lapland weather in April
April is one of the least pleasant months in Lapland: highs of 2°C (35°F) and about 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain on average. Nights average -4°C (24°F) and cloud cover 70% (NASA POWER, 2001–2025 averages). It is the 3rd driest month of the year and the 6th coolest. Compared with March, it is warmer and about as wet; May brings highs of 11°C (51°F) and 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain.
Figures are long-term averages for Rovaniemi, the largest city in Lapland. See below for other places.
Is April a good time to visit Lapland?
least pleasant month Weather score 38/100.
April is one of the least pleasant months for weather in Lapland. For better conditions, consider Jun–Aug.
Does it rain a lot in Lapland in April?
No, it is usually dry: about 46 mm (1.8 in) falls in an average April. It is the 3rd driest month of the year.
How warm is Lapland in April?
Days average 2°C (35°F) and nights -4°C (24°F).
Lapland weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Cloud | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -10°C (15°F) | -16°C (4°F) | 48 mm | 78% | least pleasant |
| February | -9°C (16°F) | -15°C (5°F) | 38 mm | 76% | least pleasant |
| March | -4°C (25°F) | -11°C (12°F) | 41 mm | 69% | least pleasant |
| April | 2°C (35°F) | -4°C (24°F) | 46 mm | 70% | least pleasant |
| May | 11°C (51°F) | 3°C (37°F) | 70 mm | 71% | fair |
| June | 16°C (61°F) | 8°C (46°F) | 83 mm | 71% | best |
| July | 20°C (67°F) | 12°C (53°F) | 92 mm | 69% | best |
| August | 17°C (62°F) | 9°C (49°F) | 85 mm | 70% | best |
| September | 11°C (52°F) | 5°C (41°F) | 82 mm | 75% | least pleasant |
| October | 3°C (37°F) | -1°C (30°F) | 65 mm | 81% | least pleasant |
| November | -3°C (26°F) | -7°C (19°F) | 61 mm | 81% | least pleasant |
| December | -7°C (20°F) | -13°C (9°F) | 56 mm | 81% | least pleasant |
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis). Page updated . How we rate months
Weather across Lapland in April
Weather can differ a lot within Lapland: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.