Climate Overview
The climate in Ivalo is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 613mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 95mm of rainfall. Ivalo is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: Juli, August, Juni. The coldest months are Januar, Februar, Dezember, when temperatures can drop to -14°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 156cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ivalo vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. Juli is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is Januar, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ivalo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 613mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 51mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 95mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 25mm. That's 70mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 156cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.
Wind
Ivalo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
1 day until Spring
It is currently winter in Ivalo, which began on December 21, 2026. Ivalo 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 Juli at around 18°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in Januar near -14°C. Spring is next, beginning on March 20, 2026 — 1 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -9 to 8°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 111mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 255mm for the season, averaging 85mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -6 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 158mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Expect around 38cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to -6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 89mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Expect around 66cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 18km/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 Ivalo 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.