Luossajärvi Lake
Northern Swedish lake near Kiruna, popular for recreation
Shallow lake by Kiruna in northern Sweden, Luossajärvi serves locals and visitors for walking, summer fishing and as a foreground for northern lights photography.
Luossajärvi at a Glance#
About Luossajärvi#
Luossajärvi is a freshwater lake on the outskirts of Kiruna in Norrbotten County, northern Sweden. It forms part of the local landscape around the town and is used for local recreation and fishing.
The shoreline is urban and semi-natural in places, with paths and open areas used by residents for walking and seasonal outdoor activities. The lake is within the Kiruna municipal area and sits close to the built-up parts of the town.
Luossajärvi sits in the subarctic interior of northern Sweden within Kiruna municipality, in the far north of the country. The lake lies immediately adjacent to Kiruna’s urban area and is accessible from the town by short local roads and footpaths.
- Proximity to Kiruna: Sits immediately on the outskirts of the town of Kiruna and is readily accessible from the town, making it a convenient spot for short walks and local recreation.
How to Get to Luossajärvi#
Luossajärvi is the small lake immediately adjacent to Kiruna town in northern Sweden. From Kiruna centre the shore is within walking distance (roughly 1-2 km east of the town centre), and the E10 road runs through Kiruna for car access.
If arriving by train at Kiruna station, expect about a 20-25 minute walk to the lake; local roads and short taxi rides are available from the town centre.
Best Time to Visit Luossajärvi#
Best time is the short Arctic summer (June-July) for accessible trails, long daylight and milder conditions.
Weather & Climate near Luossajärvi#
Luossajärvi's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -17°C to 17°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -17° - -8° | -18° | 26 mm | partly cloudy | 97% | 2.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 2.8h |
| February | Poor | -17° - -7° | -18° | 23 mm | overcast | 96% | 2.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
| March | Poor | -14° - -3° | -14° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 95% | 2.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 11.4h |
| April | Poor | -7° - 2° | -7° | 26 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 15.4h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 8° | 1° | 38 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 19.6h |
| June | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 8° | 52 mm | overcast | 77% | 3.1 m/s | 1.0 high | 23.9h |
| July | Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 88 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.9 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 21.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 10° | 70 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 16.8h |
| September | Acceptable | 1° - 9° | 3° | 44 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 12.9h |
| October | Poor | -5° - 2° | -5° | 41 mm | overcast | 96% | 3.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| November | Poor | -12° - -4° | -13° | 36 mm | overcast | 98% | 2.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.7h |
| December | Poor | -16° - -6° | -16° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 97% | 2.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 0.3h |
