Find the hidden gem of Lapland – the beautiful and mystical summer nights. Finns adore the short summer season and no wonder. The Arctic summer is a unique and awe-inspiring season, where the sun never sets and the world is bathed in a constant glow. We warmly welcome you to experience the summer of your lifetime.
The midnight sun is a stunning natural phenomenon that occurs in northern part of the globe during the summer months, where the sun remains visible even at midnight. As the clock strikes twelve and the world falls into slumber, the midnight sun casts its golden glow across the sky. During summersoltice the Sun does not set behind the horizon on 21. and 22. June, but the magical period of Midnight sun lasts from 6. June until 7. July.
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After the official period of the Midnight Sun, the nights continue to be light until the early August. These magical White Nights invites you to explore the beautiful surroundings even during the middle of the night.
After the arctic ground is not deep frozen anymore, the nature starts to blossom with many fresh and fascinating flavours. Our award-winning Rakas Restaurant celebrates the northern ingredients with seasonally changing menu and summer is filled many flavours to enjoy on plate. Did you know that many berries, like the end of summer growing blueberries are natural super food and have many good nutritions? Taste the pure, arctic summer on your visit.
Summers in Lapland are pleasent, the air is soft and gentle, as warm summer breezes caress the skin. The temperature is just right, not too hot, not too cold, but just perfect for a lazy afternoon under the sun. In average, the daytime temperatures might vary on June between 15° — 20° C, on July between 20 — 25 °C and on August 10 — 20 °C.
August is lovely month in Lapland, there is still summer vibes that starts slowly turn in to autumn. At the end of August, Northern Light season starts, and you might be able to enjoy the majestic Auroras dancing through the skies in gentle summer breeze.
