Why You Should Visit Rovaniemi in November
Rovaniemi in November, what is it all about, what should you expect, and why you should visit? In November, as Rovaniemi is preparing for the busy Christmas season, nature is preparing itself for the winter. Meanwhile, days are getting even shorter as we get closer to polar night. Check out the reasons why you should visit Rovaniemi in November, book direct flights to Rovaniemi, your favourite holiday package, and be one of the first to experience snow in Rovaniemi next winter!
Holiday Packages in November
November’s Winter Kickoff
November signals the beginning of winter, and this holiday package offers early access to snowy adventures. Enjoy husky sledding, snowmobiling, and the wonderfully unique accommodations that Apukka Resort is loved for.
Package includes
- Early Winter Snowmobile Safari (2 hrs)
- Early Winter Husky Sled Ride 3 km (1,5 hrs)
- Airport/Train Station Transfers
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Thermal Clothing for the Stay
Arctic Honeymoon Retreat
When would you like to celebrate your honeymoon in Lapland? This romantic holiday package is available from August to the early days of April. Choose your favorite season to share the magic of Lapland with your loved one!
Package includes
- Private Dinner, Photoshoot, and Sauna Experience
- Celebration Kit
- Rovaniemi Airport/Train Station Transfers
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
In the Search of the Christmas Spirit
Find your Christmas spirit! Chase the Northern Lights, glide on a reindeer-drawn sleigh, and step inside Santa Claus’ hidden forest hut, where elves and magic live. This is the real Lapland Christmas—perfect for families who want more than just plastic decorations.
Package includes
- Apukka Snow & Fun (4 hrs)
- Snowtrain to Northern Lights Camp (3 hrs)
- Reindeer Ride to Santa through the Magic Forest (2 hrs)
- Airport/Train Station Transfers
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Thermal Clothing for the Stay
It’s All About Aurora
Seeing the Northern Lights is on everyone’s bucket list—and for good reason. At Apukka Resort, we give you front-row seats to nature’s most magical show, making the hunt fun, exciting, and unforgettable.
Package includes
- Snowtrain to Northern Lights Camp (3 hrs)
- Reindeer Sleigh Ride Across the Night (3 hrs)
- Airport/Train Station Transfers
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Complimentary Northern Lights Alert App
- Thermal Clothing for the Stay
Early Winter with Arctic Animals
Christmas and winter atmosphere, a sprinkle of snow, and delightful interactions with huskies and reindeer! This is what the November holiday at Apukka Resort is all about.
Package includes
- Early Winter Husky Sled Ride 3 km (1,5 hrs)
- Early Winter Reindeer Sleigh Ride 1-2 km (1,5 hrs)
- Airport/Train Station Transfers
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Thermal Clothing for the Stay
Is There Snow in Rovaniemi in November?
As November is the beginning of winter, the amount of snow is uncertain. This means, that natural snow might come and go, as the ground is not totally frozen yet. However, the permanent snow cover lasting throughout the winter usually lands in November.
Snowy Adventures
Though there might not be natural snow in Rovaniemi in November, we will have snow in Apukka Resort. We want to make sure our November guests have the winter experiences they are looking for, so we are storing snow over the summer from last winter. This stored snow, along with cannoned snow, will make it possible for us to operate our Early Winter tours.
Polar Night and Northern Lights
Polar Night doesn’t mean only cozy darkness; it also means more hours in the night to catch the natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights. In November, it is not impossible to catch Aurora Borealis dancing in the sky above Rovaniemi already at 5 PM. You can admire the night sky either from the comfort of your glass igloo, or hunt for the Northern Lights. For example, you can hunt the Aurora Borealis with horses or reindeer!
November Tours in Rovaniemi
Be among the first to experience winter activities in the snow! Our November activities include husky sleigh rides, reindeer journeys, horse-drawn carriage rides, and snowmobile safaris — all in the snow.
These Early Winter activities are scheduled to start in early November.
In some years, winter arrives even earlier. For example, in 2023, cold weather provided ideal conditions for snowmaking, allowing our Early Winter activities to start as early as late October!
Horse Sleigh Ride under the Night Sky
Early Winter Reindeer Sleigh Ride 1-2 km
Early Winter Husky Sled Ride 3 km
Christmas Vibes
Cozy darkness and gentle snowfalls combined with Christmas lights will guarantee a sense of the upcoming Holidays. Take a Reindeer Sleigh Ride to Santa through a Magic Forest and feel like a child again, when Santa Claus greets you in his secret hut in Apukka Resort.
Weather in Rovaniemi in November
In November, nature is preparing itself for the winter. The colorful leaves have fallen off trees, and temperatures have dropped way below zero degrees Celsius. Daylight decreases from about eight to three hours, and by the end of the month, permanent snow has covered the ground.
You are to expect different kinds of weather; sunny and cold days as well as rain and snow storms. The usual day temperatures in November vary between -10 to 5 degrees Celsius.
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