Checklist if you are travelling to Finnish Lapland in Winters

List of clothes you need in Finland’s Lapland during winters – If you have managed to make arrangements to travel to Finnish Lapland in the winter, you should consider yourself lucky. However, getting prepared for it is the next step you should look for.In this article, we are going to discuss the checklist if you are travelling to Finnish Lapland in the winter.

• No Sunrise Above the Horizon: In the northern parts of Finland, especially during December and January, the sun doesn’t rise above the horizon for an extended period. This phenomenon is known as “polar night.” Conversely, in the summer, Finland experiences the “midnight sun,” where the sun doesn’t set for an extended period.
• Chilling Weather: Temperatures in Finnish Lapland during winter can drop significantly, often reaching below -30 degrees Celsius (-22 degrees Fahrenheit) or even lower. It’s essential for residents and visitors to be well-prepared for the extreme cold.
• White snow all around: Finnish Lapland receives abundant snowfall during the winter, covering the landscape in a pristine layer of snow.
• Sunburn still exists: The sun can still be strong even in winter, and snow reflects sunlight, increasing the risk of sunburn.

• Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort falls under Saariselkä.
• Average temperature chart table of Saariselkä in winters

  • Month	High (°C)	Low (°C)
    January	-10°	-20°
    February	-9°	-18°
    March	-5°	-16°

• Dress in layers for winter.
• Start with thermal long underwear for warmth.
• Add another layer of warm material, such as wool or fleece.
• Top it off with a good, preferably water- and wind-proof, outer garment.
• Ensure total coverage from head to toe for warmth.
• Wear a hat, as heat loss can occur through the head.
  • Balaclavas (wooden Monkey caps) are preferable
  • Never remove the hat or cap when outside, even for a few seconds
• Avoid getting wet both inside and outside.
• Use clean socks, preferably made from materials other than cotton.(Cotton tends to get cold when wet or in harsh winters.)
• Winter outerwear can be rented from the hotel.(https://www.kakslauttanen.fi/services/equipment-rental)
• Long snow shoes are a must. It can be rented at the resort with the help of the above link; however, for a complete stay, you should get your own.
• Gloves
  • Thermal Mittens Designed with a special thermal layer to keep hands warm and mobile,.
    • It provides effective insulation against cold temperatures.
  • Consider wearing an extra pair of liner gloves underneath for added warmth.
    • Liner gloves enhance comfort and can be used for added dexterity.
  • Ensures optimal protection for hands in cold weather conditions.
• The temperature inside the glass igloos is set at around 21℃.
• There are power sockets inside each igloo; please bring along any adaptor if needed.(Types A and F are used in Finland.)

• Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos falls under Sinettä region, which is around 26 kms from Rovaniemi city
• Average temperature chart table of Sinetta in the winter

  • Month	High (°C)	Low (°C)
    January	-9°	-15°
    February	-8°	-14°
    March	-3°	-11°

• Each igloo is extremely well heat-insulated to ensure guests are not bothered by the cold, even the coldest of times at night
• Dress in layers for winter.
• Start with thermal long underwear for warmth.
• Add another layer of warm material, such as wool or fleece.
• Top it off with a good, preferably water- and wind-proof, outer garment.
• Ensure total coverage from head to toe for warmth.
• Wear a hat, as heat loss can occur through the head.
  • Balaclavas (wooden Monkey caps) are preferable
  • Never remove the hat or cap when outside, even for a few seconds

• Avoid getting wet both inside and outside.
• Use clean socks, preferably made from materials other than cotton.(Cotton tends to get cold when wet or in harsh winters.)
• Winter outerwear can be rented from the hotel.(https://www.kakslauttanen.fi/services/equipment-rental)
• Long snow shoes are a must. It can be rented at the resort with the help of the above link; however, for a complete stay, you should get your own.
• Gloves
  • Thermal Mittens Designed with a special thermal layer to keep hands warm and mobile,.
    • It provides effective insulation against cold temperatures.
  • Consider wearing an extra pair of liner gloves underneath for added warmth.
    • Liner gloves enhance comfort and can be used for added dexterity.
  • Ensures optimal protection for hands in cold weather conditions.
• Breakfast time – 8 am – 10 am

• Average temperature chart table of Rovaniemi city in the winter

  • Month	High (°C)	Low (°C)
    January	-10°	-13°
    February	-7°	-12°
    March	-2°	-8°

• The same winter clothes are required when you are staying in Rovaniemi City, as they are required in Kakslauttanen and Arctic Snow and Igloo hotel.
• You can rent clothes at https://winterent.fi/
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