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
Northern Lights skiing adventure
On this tour you will go out searching and photographing the Northern Lights by skis!
Family Snowmobiling
Snowmobiling equals great family time! During this tour, adults take the wheel of snowmobiles, while children enjoy the ride on a sled. Later, the kids can have a blast with mini snowmobiles. Tue, Thu & Sat at 12:00
Reindeer farm visit
Visit our authentic reindeer farm, meet real-life reindeer herders, and feed reindeer in their natural surroundings.
Arctos Winter Spa – Day session (Private)
Spa experience against an Arctic backdrop. Includes wood-heated sauna, hot tub & ice-dipping. Price: 149€ per person
Rovaniemi Northern Lights Photography Small-Group Tour
Experience the magic of Lapland and photograph the amazing Northern Lights!
Rovaniemi – Ranua Wildlife Park transfer
Rovaniemi – Ranua Wildlife Park – Rovaniemi transfer for 1-4 people
Sauna and Ice Swimming – Comfort Level
Experience traditional Sauna and ice swimming in Ounas River close to Rovaniemi centre!
2h Winter Bike Tour – Riversides of Rovaniemi
Get known to winter bikes and explore the river sides of the longest river in Finland.
Walking with Alpacas 30 min
Walking with alpacas in the forest at Santa Claus Village and visit in Santa’s Pets.
Riisitunturi National Park Hike
Riisitunturi Winter Hike: Tranquil Trails, Warm Drinks, and Surreal Scenery Await
Ice Climbing Day in Korouoma Canyon – from Rovaniemi
Unforgettable day trip to the Korouoma Canyon & Nature Reserve in Posio, where the mightiest ice falls in Finland are located.
Excursion to Ranua Wildlife Park, Rovaniemi
Experience the wild Arctic in Ranua Zoo and get familiar with the fauna of Finnish Lapland!
Ranua wildlife park
Take a journey in the Ranua wildlife Park and it’s arctic animals
Rovaniemi 2 days Adventure Package
Join us for the Rovaniemi 2 day adventure package! Experience the most sought-after Rovaniemi activities from your to-do list!
Midnight Sun, Atv Ride during the Golden Hour
Let´s climb to the highest points of Rovaniemi by ATV to enjoy the Midnight Sun first hand!
Electric Fatbike Tour to Pyhä-Luosto National Park
Hop on the electric fatbike and experience the future of trail riding. Once-in-a-lifetime cycling tour in the picturesque Arctic!
Fatbike Downhill Experience in Pyhä Lapland
Let the ski lift pull you on a fatbike to the top of a slope and then enjoy the fun and speedy ride down with a Bliss Adventure guide! This only-in-Pyhä-Lapland activity is well-suited for mountain bike riders from moderate to expert level.
A big trout ice fishing trip to the wilderness lake
A big trout ice fishing trip to the wilderness lake
Private transfer to Ranua zoo max 6 pessengers
Private transfer to Ranua zoo max 6 passengers
Korouoma Canyon & Ranua Zoo Summer Tour 09:00-17:00
Enjoy the nature of Korouoma canyon. After hiking in Korouoma we drive 1 hour to Ranua Zoo, where we meet arctic animals and birds!
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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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Summer
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Northern Lights Season
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Autumn
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