Spring in Rovaniemi
Spring combines the change from winter wonderland to arctic summer. Early spring enables winter activities with sunny vibe until the nature fully starts changing the season into summer. As soon as the snow and ice is gone and the temperature rises, the summery activities are available providing different adventures at the Arctic Circle.
Snowy Spring
Snowy Spring
The amount of daylight starts increasing dramatically towards the end of February and the snowy landscapes bathe in the bright springtime sun until the snow starts melting away at the end of April. For many locals, this is the favourite time of year, and it shows: fells, forests and frozen waters are filled with people doing outdoor activities like skiing, ice fishing, snowmobiling, and just generally walking about, enjoying themselves.
Spring – When The Ice Breaks And Nature Is Reborn
Spring – When The Ice Breaks And Nature Is Reborn
Solidly frozen for months, the ice on the rivers Ounasjoki and Kemijoki – at the confluence of which Rovaniemi is situated – starts to melt, break and glide downstream in floes in April-May. This time marks the annual rebirth in nature: flowers and plants show signs of life again after being buried under snow for months, reindeer start calving, and days get increasingly longer; summer is round the corner.
Information about the spring months
Northern Lights: Possible to appear until around mid April. It becomes more difficult as the evenings and nights get lighter and brighter.
Snow: Most likely snowy
Phenomenon: Increasing light
Average temperature: Between 5 to 10 degrees Celsius
Lenght of the day, average: 15 hours
Northern Lights: not visible
Snow: Snow melting
Phenomenon: Increasing light, nature is slowly waking up after winter
Average temperature: 10 to 20 degrees Celsius
Lenght of the day, average: 19 hours
Spring activities
Private Northern Lights photography tour
On this private Northern Lights hunting tour we will take you to best locations to photograph the amazing Auroras.
Arctos Winter Spa – Day session (Private)
Spa experience against an Arctic backdrop. Includes wood-heated sauna, hot tub & ice-dipping. Price: 149€ per person
Ice Fishing with Snowmobiles
Going to the ice fishing with snowmobiles is a refreshing way to spend the winter day like a local. Enjoy local snacks and warm drinks by the campfire.
Rovaniemi City & Santa Claus Village Tour
Rovaniemi city tour with most popular sightseeings and guided Santa Claus Village tour
Korouoma Canyon Summer Tour 08:30-15:00
Enjoy the nature sceneries of Korouoma canyon!
Ice Fishing Trip
This Ice Fishing Trip offers a great chance to enjoy the wilderness of Lapland while experiencing a traditional activity that many locals like to practice.
Private Ranua Zoo tour
Private tour to Ranua Zoo. Your group or family only, flexible timing.
E-fatbike rental, Rovaniemi
Electric fatbike is an amazing bike for beginners and enjoyable riding even for experts all year around. Strong electric motor…
Snowmobile Safari into the Wilderness
This tour offers a wonderful way to learn the ins and outs of snowmobiling. As for the scenery, it’s a visual feast, with captivating snowy forests and frozen marshlands awaiting your exploration. Daily at 10:00 & 14:00
Memory from Lapland, Rovaniemi
Visit a local Lappish home and handicraft workshop and get to know the secrets of local food
Delightful Quad Bike Ride with Northern Lights
Experience the thrill of riding an ATV across the Lappish landscapes and hunt for the magical Northern Lights dancing above your head!
Sunset at the Arctic Circle
Join our nature experts and enjoy our little nature trip and come admiring exceptionally beautiful mountain landscape in Katkavaara – the mountain area of southern Lapland.
Auroras – Northern Lights Trip (photographing tour)
Lapland Welcome legendary evening trip for searching Aurora Borealis – the Northern Lights at the best possible spot. 21.8.-21.4.
Husky Park visit
Come and see the life in Husky Park! You can take photos, visit our beautiful park and meet the genuine Siberian Huskies.
Wilderness Expedition Tour (Snowshoes) & Barbeque – Small Group
Join us on a guided snowshoe expedition, and discover the hidden gems of Lapland’s wilderness. Explore the scenic routes through snowy forests and frozen lakes
Private Wood-fired Sauna with Winter Swimming
Here’s a unique opportunity to experience a private, wood-fired sauna on a lake, with winter swimming in an “avanto”. Price: 50€/person, min 2 people, max 6 people.
Apukka Snow and Fun
Huskies, reindeer, snow fun and mini snowmobiles for children! You can have it all! Apukka Snow and Fun is a great way for families to have a taste of the best experiences at the Arctic Circle! Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat at 10:00
Rovaniemi Northern Lights Photography Small-Group Tour
Experience the magic of Lapland and photograph the amazing Northern Lights!
Trip to Arctic Circle, Santa Claus’ Village, Santa’s Reindeer and Elf’s Farm Yard
Must in Rovaniemi! During the trip we cross the magical Arctic Circle and visit Santa Claus’ Village where is Christmas all year round!
Ranua Wildlife Park Guided Tour, with Lunch
Guided tour of Ranua Zoo – the northernmost zoo in the world. We will take you to see 50 different animal species, including the only polar bears in Finland.
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Fall in love with the Rovaniemi phenomena
Autumn Colours
When bright arctic summer ends and nature is preparing for winter at the Arctic Circle, we are enchanted by the changing colors of the season. In Rovaniemi this amazing nature’s display is at its best in September when trees and ground is covered with spectacular colours. Get your cameras out and head to nature!
Midnight Sun
The Midnight Sun, the nightless night or polar day – can be seen only here in Rovaniemi on the Arctic Circle or above. From early June until early July, and nights are white throughout the summer. See more here.
Northern Lights
Experience the magic of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) in Rovaniemi. Find out viewing spots, times and more here.
Polar Night
Experience the Polar Night, celebration of mysterious lights on glittering snowdrifts.
Snow And Ice
For many, Lapland is synonymous with snow. In Rovaniemi, there’s white stuff on the ground for approximately six months of the year. Find out more here!
Santa Claus
There’s no place like Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, for genuine Christmas experiences. See here for some Rovaniemi Christmas magic.
Explore the Arctic Seasons
Early winter
Winter
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Christmas time in Rovaniemi
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Summer
Rovaniemi is the city of the Midnight Sun, surrounded by Arctic nature, where Lappish culture and a wide range of activities meet!
Northern Lights Season
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Autumn
There is something so magical in nights spent under the Auroras in Glass Cabins and Igloos or waking up from a unique accommodation to a first snowfall.