Monthly climate guide
Rovaniemi weather in December
Expect freezing weather in Rovaniemi in December: afternoons reach about -6°C (21°F), while nights drop to around -12°C (11°F). Around 67 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than November and 4°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- Just 170 km apart, but Rovaniemi runs about 3°C cooler than Oulu this month.
- Nights often drop below freezing (average low -12°C), so expect frost and icy mornings.
- It cools down fast from here: January is about 4°C cooler.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Rovaniemi than December.
Avg high
-6°C
21°F
Avg low
-12°C
11°F
Rainfall
67 mm
some rain
Humidity
99%
relative
Sky
83%
cloud · often cloudy
Rovaniemi weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -10°C / 14°F | -16°C / 3°F | 47 mm | 100% | 77% |
| February | -8°C / 17°F | -14°C / 6°F | 41 mm | 99% | 77% |
| March | -3°C / 26°F | -10°C / 13°F | 44 mm | 99% | 69% |
| April | 2°C / 35°F | -4°C / 24°F | 49 mm | 95% | 72% |
| May | 10°C / 51°F | 2°C / 36°F | 65 mm | 82% | 70% |
| June | 16°C / 60°F | 8°C / 46°F | 93 mm | 79% | 70% |
| July | 19°C / 67°F | 11°C / 52°F | 88 mm | 81% | 67% |
| August | 17°C / 62°F | 9°C / 49°F | 84 mm | 86% | 69% |
| September | 12°C / 53°F | 6°C / 42°F | 80 mm | 91% | 75% |
| October | 3°C / 37°F | -1°C / 30°F | 70 mm | 96% | 81% |
| November | -2°C / 28°F | -7°C / 20°F | 67 mm | 99% | 80% |
| December | -6°C / 21°F | -12°C / 11°F | 67 mm | 99% | 83% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Rovaniemi?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Rovaniemi →Other Finland cities in December
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Rovaniemi in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Rovaniemi?
December is cool in Rovaniemi, with highs around -6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Rovaniemi in December?
Average highs are about -6°C (21°F) and average lows about -12°C (11°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Rovaniemi in December?
Rovaniemi typically gets around 67 mm of rain in December — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Rovaniemi (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.