My trip took place in January 2019 but prices have been updated where possible to costs at December 2020. Lapland experiences snowy conditions from October through May, while southern Finland is a bit more mild, experiencing four to five months of winter. Hi, Could you explain on ‘crossing the arctic circle’ ? [63], For most practical purposes, the war in Lapland concluded in early November 1944. Hi Lucy! [45] The Finns attacked Kemi on 7 October, attempting to encircle the Germans into a motti with a frontal attack by the 15th Brigade and an attack from the rear by Detachment Pennanen. November 6 – Gustav Adolf's Day. I harbour the hope that you, even if you disapprove of my attitude, will wish and endeavour like myself and all other Finns to terminate our former relations without increasing the gravity of the situation. Flights from London to Lapland are around three and a half hours long. Here, the winter (which in Nordic countries is the season when the temperature remains below freezing) lasts seven months, from October to April. Weather in Lapland in november 2021. The harsh winter is perfect for winter sports and activities of all kind which is why Lapland is popular with tourists seeking to experience the Arctic winter. By 1973, over 800,000 cartridges, 70,000 mines and 400,000 other explosives had been demined in Lapland, a total of 1,142,000 units. In the Arctic Lapland, we have 8 seasons. In Lapland – Finland’s most northerly region – snowfall is common between October and April. But that was a new route and prices rose to over £300 a month before, so it’s good to book as early as you can as flights are limited. After the first hostilities took place, Generaloberst Rendulic issued several orders on destroying Finnish property in Lapland. Lights Over Lapland is the world leader in helping guests from all reaches of the globe experience and photograph the magical aurora borealis in Abisko National Park, Sweden. Average Weather during October in Ranua (Lapland), Finland. [33] The next incident took place on 29 September at a bridge crossing the Olhava river between Kemi and Oulu. If you want to eat out more, an average main course at one of the restaurants in Santa Claus Holiday Village will set you back €25–€35 in the evenings. Read today's top stories news, weather, sport, entertainment, lifestyle, money, cars and more, all expertly curated from across top UK and global news providers If you’ve got cash to splash Lapland is a great place to do it. Lapland is in the continental climate zone. On 8 October, the Germans bombed and heavily damaged factory areas of Kemi. This prevented the Finnish 11th Division from gaining the upper hand despite initially fairly successful flanking operations by Infantry Regiments 8 and 50. During the ensuing battle, the German Divisionsgruppe Kräutler, a reinforced regiment, conducted several counterattacks to retake the town as it formed an important transportation link between the two roads running parallel to the Kemi and Tornio Rivers. Snow falls in Lapland between October and May and it is common to find thick snow cover in November and December. [9] During the winter of 1943–1944, the Germans improved the roads from northern Norway to northern Finland by extensive use of prisoner-of-war labour in certain areas. Lapland’s not easy to visit on a low budget. As Finnish infantry slowly picked their way through the dense woods and marshland, the motorised German units would simply drive away and take up positions further down the road. Now it’s time for autumn-winter, mystical and calm shoulder season between autumn and winter in Lapland. By 5 November, Soviet reconnaissance troops met with the Finnish Army at Ivalo. Finland weather in October. The Finnish Navy's gunboats Hämeenmaa, Uusimaa and VMV-class patrol boats 15 and 16 arrived with the sixth wave just in time to witness German Focke-Wulf Fw 200 Condor bombers attacking the shipping at Tornio with Henschel Hs 293 glide bombs without results. But can you please suggest how is the weather going to be during that time? The latter part of the war was therefore dubbed the "Children's Crusade" (Finnish: lasten ristiretki) in Finland. Thanks for the itinerary. The Germans continued their withdrawal but remained in positions first at Palojoensuu village, 150 km (93 mi) from Norway, in early November 1944. Thank you for sharing this, Lucy. [12] The accidental death of Generaloberst Eduard Dietl on 23 June 1944 brought Generaloberst Lothar Rendulic to the command of the 20th Mountain Army. From the German perspective, it was a part of the two campaigns to evacuate from northern Finland and northern Norway. Likewise, Minister of Armaments and War Production Albert Speer had determined that German nickel stores were sufficient and holding Petsamo was unnecessary. [64], There was never an official peace agreement signed between Finland and Germany. To prepare for this annual event, the male will rub the velvet from their antlers. Lapland is known for its snowy climate, and is a very popular destination during the Christmas season. Great report! It is … The Classic Round Voyage . The trip also includes a visit to the Northern Lights Planetarium in Tromsø. [40] The German forces were reinforced by the 2nd Company of Panzer Abteilung 211, two infantry battalions and the MG-Ski-Brigade Finnland. The landing had originally been planned as a diversionary raid, with the main assault to take place at Kemi, where the Finnish battalion-sized Detachment Pennanen (Finnish: Osasto Pennanen) was already in control of important industrial facilities on the island of Ajos. In the drier season from November to April the islands are slightly cooler, there’s lower humidity and less rain. The lowest temperature recorded at any weather station in Finland as of 2010 is -51.5°C (1999). Thanks for the detailed breakdown, Lucy – this is great! The differences are especially notable during the autumn and spring, but the temperature difference all year-round can be between north and south as much as 5 to 10 degrees. During this period Lapland, as well as the central part of Finland, Lakeland, has snow and the lakes freeze over. The days are very short from November to January, and in December, you almost never see the sun, also because … So we usually do that and at €120-€150 per night, I find it more than reasonable! You could have made a nice train trip to Kemi. For at least the next two weeks, Lapland is not … Meanwhile, Finnish troops were advancing overland from Oulu towards Kemi, with the 15th Brigade making only slow progress against meager German resistance. Despite the weather, winter is one of the most popular times to visit Finland. During World War II, the Lapland War (Finnish: Lapin sota; ... On 4 October, bad weather prevented Finnish air cover from reaching Tornio, leaving the fourth landing wave vulnerable. Will it fully booked ? Reply Lucy October 16, 2019 at 12:09 pm. Weather to take frosty turn in Finland, temperatures to sink as low as -35°C in Lapland 90-day Finn, Erdoğan critics and food poisoning: Finland in the world press Scottish government analysis highlights benefits of re-joining EU Kesko, Outokumpu and Veikkaus set to adopt cost-cutting measures Could you shed some light on this at all? In addition to 3,100 buildings demolished elsewhere in Finland, estimates of destroyed infrastructure in Lapland are as follows:[68][69], The reconstruction of Lapland lasted till the early 1950s, although the railroad network was not functional until 1957. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Preparations for further withdrawal began. Would be nice if anyone can suggest about how the weather will be and what are the things & places one should cover or visit. Lapland experiences snowy conditions from October through May, while southern Finland is a bit more mild, experiencing four to five months of winter. [46] Strong German resistance, civilians in the area, and looted alcohol prevented the Finns from fully trapping all the Germans. [38], A second wave of four Finnish ships arrived on 2 October and a third wave—three ships strong and with Brewster F2A fighter escorts—landed its troops with only a single ship being lightly damaged by German Stuka dive bombers. Hi Saoirse, I just updated the post and double checked the prices and most were still the same (though the pound has dropped against the Euro) – have added links to the places for activities at Santa’s Village so you can see which we used. There are some good deals to Helsinki though from the US and you can often pick up a reasonable connecting flight. We did each once, with bus tickets costing €3.50 each way per person and a taxi costing €25 each way for four people. [53], On 7 October, the Finnish Jaeger Brigade forced the German Mountain Regiment 218 to fight a delaying action off of their pre-set timetable at Ylimaa, some 65 km (40 mi) south of Rovaniemi. We are making a plan to go there in next week, this will hep us. Though Finnish forces took several hundred prisoners, they failed to prevent the Germans from demolishing the bridges over the Kemi River once they began to withdraw on 8 October. Even when looking at the activities online for Santa’s village they seem highly priced. the wine price was from a restaurant not Alko (not one I bought but that seemed to be the going rate on the menus!). The 20th Mountain Army had been fighting the Soviet Karelian Front since Operation Barbarossa along the 700 km (430 mi) stretch from Oulu River to the Arctic Ocean. [34][49][50] Though it was logical for the Germans to deny pursuing forces any shelter, it had a very limited effect on the Finns, who always carried tents for shelter. I think Lapland is pretty safe all year! The first hostilities between the Finnish Army and the 20th Mountain Army in Lapland took place 20 km (12 mi) southwest of Pudasjärvi, at around 08:00 on 28 September 1944, when Finnish advance units first issued a surrender demand and then opened fire on a small German rear-guard contingent. [26] In practice, friction soon arose both from the destruction caused by the Germans and from the pressure exerted on the Finns by the Soviets. Today's weather is turning out to be heavy snow.The visibility is going to be around 6 km i.e. We visited Lapland as a group of eight so it made sense to rent a house so we had a lounge to hang out in and could cook some of our meals. is it safe to visit Lapland in December ? Starting from 12 October, the recommended 14-day period of self-isolation will be shortened. The snow starts falling in Lapland as early as October, and it snows on and off through until April. Photo: Hege Abrahamsen. The season of Aurora Borealis lasts from the end of August, when the nights become dark again, until the end of April, when the night literally “ends” in Lapland. If I had to choose one best month to see the Aurora Borealis, I would be October! The average minimum temperature (usually the minimum temperature is noted during the night) in Ranua in October is -2.0°C (28.4°F). Thus, Lieutenant General Siilasvuo ordered the III Corps to engage. It’s definitely a great place for Christmas fans! This page was last edited on 11 January 2021, at 10:28. In Lapland the tops of the high hills, or fells, generally receive their first coating of snow at the end of August or in September. This is the link to the property: https://www.airbnb.co.uk/associates/12693?s=67&c=.pi115.pk0_9&a4ptk=2856_0_9_12693&af=115. [51], When Allied advances continued, German high command OKW and 20th Mountain Army leadership asserted that it would be perilous to maintain positions in Lapland and east of Lyngen municipality in northern Norway. The latter part of August is often a great period for birding here but alas the weather intervened again bringing northerly winds and the coolest summer bank holiday on record. There’s a bus service which connects all three and an airport shuttle, but we pre-booked a minibus taxi for eight to take us to our rental house, costing €23 each way. Winter in Sweden. In spring, the mean daily temperature rises from 0°C to 10°C. Is this all in Artic Circle ? [22] The Germans began to seize Finnish shipping. On average, winter lasts from early January to late February in the outermost islands in the archipelago and the warmest locations along the southwestern coast – notably in Hanko, and from early October to mid May in the most elevated locations, such as northwestern Lapland and the lowest valleys in northeastern Lapland. Classic Norwegian Coastal Voyages (6-12 days - October to March) Multiple offers 12 days Regular departures. The weather is cold in December but if you wrap up warm and don’t stay out too long you should be fine. The daylight hours range from 2-6 hours a day during the winter months. Hope that helps! The Aurora Basecamp October is a 4-night (optional 7-night) northern lights photo tour and takes place around the village of Hetta in Finnish Lapland soon after the September equinox.Traditionally the weeks surrounding the equinox are providing a very good chance to observe Northern lights. I’ve been to Denmark many times, Finland and Sweden, and their prices are not as bad as you’d think! Lapland is located in northernmost Finland, deep inside the Arctic Circle. We also visited the Moomin Snowcastle ice sculpture park (€30) and the Arktikum culture and environment museum in Rovaniemi (€15). Travelers flock to the country's many ski resorts and also take part in wintry activities like snowmobiling, dog-sledding, and ice fishing. Permanent snow cover comes between mid-October and the end of November, significantly earlier than in southern Finland. On 16 September, a German naval detachment consisting of the German cruiser Prinz Eugen escorted by five destroyers arrived at Utö. Their body begins to increase in size with the neck swelling and a mane of … I cannot and I will not turn the arms which you have so liberally supplied us against Germans. We’ll lend you a cosy all-in-one thermal suit, as well as boots, gloves, socks and a hat. Hello. This is known as the Fall rut. [58] Likewise, on 26 October at Muonio, 200 km (120 mi) south-east of defensive positions in Norway, the German 6th SS Mountain Division Nord reinforced by Kampfgruppe Esch again had numerical and material superiority with artillery and armoured support. Based on weather reports collected during 2005–2015. Yes unfortunately that’s going to be a bit more pricey! Unusually no Honey Buzzard were recorded during that period. The last German convoy departed from Kemi in northern Finland on 21 September 1944 and was escorted by submarines and, starting from south of Åland Islands, by German cruisers. * I want to go to Inari. Please can you comment with the link to the AirBnB as the one on the post only goes to AirBnB itself, not the property rental. [41] The Finnish Infantry Regiment 11 was reinforced with Infantry Regiments 50 and 53. Excellent travel report. The first ground-covering snow arrives on average in October or late September. Gebirgsarmee) stationed in Lapland. Hi Leanne, my trip was in early January (we flew out on the 2nd). The German 7th Mountain Division held these positions until 10 January 1945 when northern Norway had been cleared and positions at Lyngen Fjord were manned. [15][16] Even with the German withdrawal operation, the Finns estimated it would take three months for the Wehrmacht to fully evacuate. Lower budget? I’ve been here, this brought back some great memories! Weather and climate. [39] The fifth wave on 5 October suffered only light shrapnel damage despite being both shelled from shore and bombed from the sky. I think Lapland is pretty safe all year! Great read! Also, October is the time when some unexpected Northern Lights can occur: even thought the Aurora forecast is low, there can be a good Auroras out there! Various factors—including a stronger than expected German garrison at Kemi already alerted by local attacks—made the Finns switch the target to Röyttä, Tornio's outer port. I didn’t see it mentioned in your article, although I might’ve missed it. An Astronomy Voyage runs from October to March, following the Aurora Borealis, with astronomers on board. The fifth wave on 5 October suffered only light shrapnel damage despite being both shelled from shore and … Winter (December-April): The winter temperatures can vary anywhere between 0°C and -40°C. [56] The first Finnish units to reach the vicinity of Rovaniemi on 14 October were components of the Jaeger Brigade advancing from Ranua. Unfortunately I think my plane ticket from the US might cost more than £100! It was not until 1954 that the government of Finland officially noted that "the hostilities have ceased and interaction between Finland and Germany since then developed peacefully" and thus "the war has ended". [47], From the start of the war, the Germans had systematically destroyed and mined the roads and bridges as they withdrew in a delaying strategy. The October weather guide for Lapland shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia), the Met Office & the Netherlands Meteorological Institute. The Germans in Finland were certainly not the representatives of foreign despotism but helpers and brothers-in-arms. The amount and duration of snowfall also varies by location, but the average number of days with snow is around 175 – 225 days per year between mid-October and mid-May. Keep on updating your blog with such awesome information. The Finns planned to isolate the SS Mountain Division, marching from the direction of Kittilä in the south-east, before Muonio and thereby entrap it within a motti. Rovaniemi airport is only around 9km outside of town and 3km from Santa Claus Holiday Village. Although the 31 st August saw a decent flurry of birds 8+ Pied Flycatcher, first Merlin of the autumn, 3 Short eared Owls and a … When in the Nordic region I usually travel with our teenage son. I met the beginning of October … Lapland is found in the north of Finland and has a cool subarctic climate. The Finns considered the war a separate conflict because hostilities with other nations had ceased after the Continuation War. Breeding season for the reindeer takes place from early October until the end of November. You can’t miss the National Botanical Gardens which are full of pretty lotus flowers, 85 varieties of palm tree, and the biggest water lilies you’ve ever seen. But even in such cases foreigners are in difficult positions requiring such tact. You’ll get higher temperatures, humidity and more rain at this time. Due to Lapland’s extended geographical coverage, the weather conditions can vary to a large extent between southern and northern parts of the region. [8] The German delaying operations left Lapland devastated. To travel into central Rovaniemi from Santa Claus Holiday Village you can either catch the Santas Express or number 8 buses or take a taxi. The number of Finnish troops dropped sharply as the Germans withdrew and the Finnish Army was demobilised; by December 1944 only 12,000 were left. [37] The Finns initially landed the Infantry Regiment 11 (Finnish: Jalkaväkirykmentti 11) of the 3rd Division, which, together with a Civil Guard-led uprising at Tornio, managed to secure both the port and most of the town as well as the bridges over the Tornio River. Lapland looks incredible! [42] The Finns beat back German counterattacks for a week until 8 October, when the Germans withdrew from Tornio. Did you manage to see the northern lights whilst there and if so, how? I'm Lucy – a travel blogger 'On the Luce', helping you maximise your travel time and money, sharing tips for travel adventures with a touch of affordable luxury. After a series of minor battles, the war came to an effective end in November 1944, when German troops had reached Norway or its vicinity and took fortified positions. [72], Evacuation and naval operations in September, Initial land battles in September and October. Thank You. The number of active troops decreased quickly as they withdrew to Norway. Most islands have a rainy season, usually from May to October. These datas are probabilities for november from weather reports for over 10 years. [66], The 20th Mountain Army successfully withdrew most of its over 200,000 men as well as supplies and equipment from Lapland to continue defending occupied Finnmark from the USSR. October and November are known as “first snow” months, and this is when nature is slowly preparing itself for colder weather to come. Arrival of naval assets allowed the Finns to safely disembark heavy equipment to support the battle and around 12,500 soldiers in total arrived during the landings. Total accommodation cost: €224/£203/$272 per person – €56/£51/$68 a day each on average. Reading local photoblogs as mine, people get information which is told only in blogs! The overall cost for our four days in Lapland in January came in at €472/£428/$572 per person. will October be good for that? Read today's top stories news, weather, sport, entertainment, lifestyle, money, cars and more, all expertly curated from across top UK and global news providers I will definitely think about it for January 2020. [57], Finnish demobilisation and difficult supply routes took their toll. Spring. [31][32] In response to the German operations, Finland immediately removed its shipping from the joint evacuation operation, but the evacuation from Lapland to Norway progressed according to the secret agreement. Or a bottle of wine in a restaurant costs around €30. Hi these were all at the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi – you don’t need to book in advance and can just turn up on the day. Calculations of sunrise and sunset in Lapland – Finland for October 2021. Trade winds blow in from the east, bringing an enjoyable sea breeze that helps to cool things down and lower humidity levels at the same time. Despite a failed offensive landing operation by Germany in the Gulf of Finland, the evacuation proceeded peacefully at first. The winter season in Lapland begins around the middle of October and is the longest season, lasting for a period of 200 days. The prices for the activities seem so reasonable to what I have come across! In Lapland, the northernmost part of Finland, the climate is cold for most of the year, with a short and intense summer.Here, the winter (which in Nordic countries is the season when the temperature remains below freezing) lasts seven months, from October to April. Winter in the north of Finland, Lapland, starts usually in October-November and continues until the late spring. As a counterbalance to the sleepy world of snow and ice, the Northern Lights flash across the clear night skies. Finnish forces gained ground only on 1 November, when the Germans withdrew northward. In order to avoid bloodshed, the Finns allowed the net-layers to pass. Here’s my budget breakdown for four nights in Rovaniemi, Finland. I’ve always wanted to spend the night in one of the igloos. Holiday weather, updated 4 times a day to keep you upto date. The snow cover is usually thickest in early April. Great blog. You can sleep under the stars (and the Northern Lights if you’re lucky) in a glass-roofed igloo*, spend a day on the ski slopes at Ounasvaara Ski Resort or take a private aurora hunting or husky tour. [62] Likewise, the 26th Army had followed the withdrawing XVIII Mountain Corps around 50 km (31 mi) over the Finnish border in southern Lapland to Kuusamo and Suomussalmi, but left the area in November. [36], The risky landings for the Battle of Tornio, on the border with Sweden next to the Gulf of Bothnia, began on 30 September 1944 when three Finnish transport ships (SS Norma, SS Fritz S and SS Hesperus) departed from Oulu towards Tornio without any air or naval escorts. [65] In north-western Lapland, only four battalions of Finnish troops were left on 4 November and by February 1945, a mere 600 men. [23] The first German naval mines were laid in Finnish seaways on 14 September 1944, allegedly for use against Soviet shipping, though since Finland and Germany were not yet in open conflict, the Germans warned the Finns of their intent. Hi Lucy, can I ask what month did you go to get these prices? November 11 – St. Martin’s Day. I sometimes opt for a boutique hostel so that he has some young-ish company, but the prices are so outrageous, it’s cheaper to book an art hotel or boutique hotel instead! Finland responded by denying ships to sail from Finland to Germany and nearly doomed the materiel evacuations of Operation Birke. If you’re coming to Lapland for the day, wear warm clothes and only take hand luggage on the plane. The Germans planned to withdraw their forces northward in order to shield the nickel mines near Petsamo (Russian: Pechenga). [39] Some German positions defending Lyngen extended over to Kilpisjärvi on the Finnish side of the border, but no major activity occurred. 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