Climate Overview
The climate in Kiruna Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is 0°C and approximately 687mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 110mm of rainfall. Kiruna Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -15°C. Kiruna Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Kiruna Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -15°C and the daily average is -12°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kiruna Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 687mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 110mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 30mm. That's 80mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Kiruna Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 204cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 32cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kiruna Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Kiruna Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Kiruna Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -15°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -10 to 8°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 114mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 277mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -8 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 184mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Expect around 58cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -15 to -6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 112mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Expect around 85cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kiruna Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
