- Rain mm/yr
- 934
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-atlas.com, weather-and-climate.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Avoid New Year, Easter holidays, and Swedish 'sportlov' (winter sports break, typically weeks 7-10) for smaller crowds and lower prices on slopes
- December is the coziest month with Christmas lights illuminating the valley
- Summers are cool and wet; winters are long, freezing, and snowy; mostly cloudy year-round
- Be prepared for very short winter days—just over 4 hours long at the Winter Solstice
- April marks the transition when lifts close as snow begins to melt and businesses may close between ski and summer seasons
- March is the best time for cross-country skiing with crisp conditions that aren't too cold and less crowded resort conditions
Daylight
- Longest Day Hours
- 20
- Longest Day Month
- June
- Shortest Day Hours
- 4
- Shortest Day Month
- December
- Longest Day Minutes
- 18
- Shortest Day Minutes
- 48
- Summer Note
- At the beginning of June, the sun does not set until around 23:00
Overview
Cold temperate climate with significant seasonal variation. Long, snowy winters; short, mild summers. Moderate precipitation year-round with notable snowfall in winter.
Rainfall
- Pattern
- Moderate precipitation year-round
- Driest Month
- April is the driest month at 56mm, while July (the wettest) receives 110mm
- Wettest Months
- July and September are the wettest months with an average 52mm (2.05 inches) of rainfall
- Annual Total Mm
- 934
- Annual Total Inches
- 37
Snowfall
- Annual Total Cm
- 123
- Snow Free Months
- Snow does not fall in June through August
- Annual Snowfall Days
- 25
- Peak Season Snow Depth
- Åre typically enjoys a snow depth of 70-100cm during peak season, with reliable snowfall from December to April
Peak Snow Month
- Month
- March
- Snowfall Mm
- 249
- Snowfall Days
- 18.5
- Snowfall Inches
- 9.8
Peak Season
- Name
- Winter (skiing)
- Months
- December to May
- Characteristics
- Visit between December and the beginning of May for skiing. February is ideal for those seeking peak ski conditions with good snow and bustling atmosphere. March brings longer days, stable weather and often fantastic snow conditions, offering the perfect balance between winter snow and spring sunshine. February is the most intense skiing month with the entire system usually open and abundant snow.
Off Peak Season
- Name
- Late autumn/early spring transition
- Months
- Late October to late November
- Characteristics
- This period is transitional when it is too cold for outdoor activities and too warm for skiing. January, May and the start of June are quieter and more relaxed times.
Temperature Ranges
- Annual Variance Celsius
- 20.2
- Annual Variance Fahrenheit
- 36
Coldest Month
- Month
- January
- Low Celsius
- -10.6
- High Celsius
- -5.6
- Low Fahrenheit
- 13
- High Fahrenheit
- 22
Warmest Month
- Month
- July
- Low Celsius
- 7.8
- High Celsius
- 16
- Low Fahrenheit
- 46
- High Fahrenheit
- 61
Peak Season Secondary
- Name
- Summer (hiking, biking)
- Months
- June to August
- Characteristics
- July and August experience the most favorable weather with temperatures between 17°C (63°F) and 18°C (62-64°F), making them excellent times for a visit. July is peak season for hiking, cycling, rafting and swimming in Lake Åre. Summer is the best time to visit for snow-free hiking or cycling.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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