The climate of Kvikkjokk
Kvikkjokk,
Sweden, is listed under the Köppen climate classification as Dfc, a type characterised by a subarctic climate, severe winters, no dry season, and a cool summer. This relatively remote location resides in a harsh climatological zone which is governed by extreme seasonal variations.
Throughout the year, temperatures in Kvikkjokk range from a frigid low of -19°C (-2.2°F) in the depths of winter, climbing into positive territory during the warmer months with peak averages hitting 17°C (62.6°F) in
July. Rainfall does not see significant monthly fluctuations, with the lowest amount falling in
February,
March,
April with 29mm (1.14") on average, and the maximum in July, close to 91mm (3.58"). The number of rainy days follows suit, with minimum rainy days in
May, 13 days, and most rainy days in
January, July,
August,
September,
October, and
December, up to 19 days.
Unique weather patterns reveal long dramatic shifts in daylight hours and sunshine. Daylight hours are minimal during the twilight weeks of December and January, ebbing to a scant 2.2 to 4.2 hours, respectively. Summer sees an explosion of sunlight with
June and July boasting daylight hours of between 21.9 hours and 24 hours. The hours of actual full sunshine are somewhat more restrained, with the peak in June at 8 hours.
The best time to visit Kvikkjokk
Despite this harsh climate, there is a best time to visit
Kvikkjokk, mainly determined by individual preference. If seeking the highest temperatures and the longest days,
July exudes favorability. With temperatures finding their pinnacle at 17°C (62.6°F), the rare treat of 21.9 hours of daylight unfurls, enhanced by an offering of 6 hours of full sunshine. Rain is slightly more frequent during this month with averages near to 91mm (3.58"), however, noticeably warmer temperatures may compensate for the wetter conditions.
The worst time to visit Kvikkjokk
Conversely, the chilliest time to visit
Kvikkjokk is during months of
January and
December, which claim the coldest temperatures at -19°C (-2.2°F) and -17°C (1.4°F) respectively, along with reduced daylight hours at 4.2 and 2.2 hours correspondingly. The grim weather conditions during these winter months are intensified by continual limited sunshine with no full sunshine hours available. Brace for challenging conditions if travel during this time is unavoidable.
Spring weather in Kvikkjokk
Spring in
Kvikkjokk is a slow emergence from the harsh winter season, with temperatures ranging from -8°C (17.6°F) in
March to 8°C (46.4°F) in
May. Average rainfall ranges from 29mm (1.14") to 37mm (1.46") across the spring months. Daylight hours extend with the progressing season, from 11.8 hours in March to a whopping 20 hours in May. Sunshine hours also increase, doubling from 3 hours in March to 7 hours in May.
Summer weather in Kvikkjokk
Notable for its cool temperatures and prolonged daylight, the brief
Kvikkjokk summer spans from
June to
August. Average temperatures find warmth in June at 14°C (57.2°F), levitating to 17°C (62.6°F) in
July, and then receding to 15°C (59°F) in August. Rainfall values peak in summer, with 56mm (2.2") in June, surging to 91mm (3.58") in July, and scaling down to 77mm (3.03") in August. From June to August, daylight remains extensive, extending from 24 hours in June to 17 hours in August. Concurrently, direct sunshine fluctuates, peaking in June with 8 hours and retracting to 5 hours by August.
Autumn weather in Kvikkjokk
Autumn in
Kvikkjokk sees a rapid transition from the cool summer to the freezing temperatures of winter. Average temperatures plunge steeply from 9°C (48.2°F) in
September, to 3°C (37.4°F) in
October and down to a chilly -4°C (24.8°F) in
November. Rainfall volumes remain moderately high during autumn, with September garnering 58mm (2.28"), October 47mm (1.85"), and November an equally cool 44mm (1.73"). Meanwhile, daylight hours dwindle down to 9.4 hours in October, then to 5.5 hours in November.
Winter weather in Kvikkjokk
Winter descends upon
Kvikkjokk in
December with a vise-like grip of freezing temperatures, sparse daylight and limited sunshine. Average temperatures plummet to -8°C (17.6°F) in December, sinking deeper to -10°C (14°F) in
January, and softly bouncing back to -4°C (24.8°F) in
February. Rainfall cumulates to 43mm (1.69") in December, 38mm (1.5") in January, and dips to 30mm (1.18") in February. Correspondingly, daylight hours are heavily regulated during winter, standing at 2.2 hours in December, rising to 4.2 hours in January, and amplifying up to 8 hours in February. Sunshine hours are completely absent in December, silently manifesting to one hour in January, and trebling to 3 hours in February.
Weather in January
The weather in
January in
Kvikkjokk,
Sweden is characterized by short daylight hours and frequent cold weather. The threat of freezing temperatures becomes a constant, with a significant drop marking some of the lowest temperatures of the year, between -10°C (14°F) and -19°C (-2.2°F).
Weather in January »Weather in February
An apparent continuity with
January’s cold conditions is revealed as
February unfolds in
Kvikkjokk. Persistent cold weather remains, despite the slight rise in temperature, and sees an average rainfall of 30mm (1.18") over 17 days.
Weather in February »Weather in March
The much-anticipated spring season commences in
Kvikkjokk with
March's arrival, starting a period of continuous improvement where temperatures climb between -4°C (24.8°F) and -14°C (6.8°F). Rainfall settles at 29mm (1.14") spread across 16 days, persistently impacting the area.
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Weather in April
Even more accommodations to the warming weather are needed as
April brings a breath of temperate air to
Kvikkjokk, showing an encouraging swing towards greater heat, between 1°C (33.8°F) and -8°C (17.6°F). Precipitation remains unchanged from
March, presenting 29mm (1.14") of rainfall though now spread over fewer days.
Weather in April »Weather in May
In
May, transition into summer weather in
Kvikkjokk becomes more palpable as temperatures increase. A noticeable shift in temperature is observed with temperatures leaping from 1°C (33.8°F) to 8°C (46.4°F), breaking out of the negative digits for the first time this year.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June affirms its place as the warmest month of the year in
Kvikkjokk, characterized by extended daylight and comfortable temperatures. The temperature spectrum affirms this, reaching a warm crest from 14°C (57.2°F) to 4°C (39.2°F), showing the highest temperatures recorded all year.
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Weather in July
July continues the pleasant weather trend despite the slight increase in rainfall amount to 91mm (3.58"), constituting the maximum rainfall experienced all year. The temperature range, from 17°C (62.6°F) to 7°C (44.6°F), supports ongoing outdoor activities, reinforcing
Kvikkjokk's reputation as a summer haven.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August marks the end of the summer season in
Kvikkjokk, yielding a slight reduction in temperatures. The temperature spectrum settles between 15°C (59°F) and 6°C (42.8°F), a noteworthy decline from the peak temperatures observed in previous months.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September initiates the descent into autumn in
Kvikkjokk, painted by a palette colored by a stark contrast in temperatures. The plummeting thermometer brings figures from 9°C (48.2°F) to 1°C (33.8°F) down significantly from previous highs.
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Weather in October
As temperatures continue to fall in
Kvikkjokk,
October emerges as a prelude to the pending arrival of the bone-chilling winter. There is a serious detour from the pleasant figures of summer as the temperature deviates between 3°C (37.4°F) and -3°C (26.6°F).
Weather in October »Weather in November
November takes residents of
Kvikkjokk on a brisk journey towards winter, with stark shifts in temperature and daylight hours. A significant temperature drop to -4°C (24.8°F) and -11°C (12.2°F) signals the return of the icy conditions.
Weather in November » Weather in December
Closing out the year,
December truly embodies the quintessential Nordic winter weather for
Kvikkjokk. Subzero temperatures persist, sliding between -8°C (17.6°F) and -17°C (1.4°F). There continues to be steady rainfall of 43mm (1.69"), presenting a small decline from the previous month.
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