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Sweden's prime northern lights viewing destination
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About Abisko
A remarkable destination worth exploring.
Best months to visit
Year-round
Things to do in Abisko
Northern lights hunting with specialist guides
Hiking the Kungsleden Trail
Aurora photography workshops
Dog sledding expeditions
Snowshoe trekking through boreal forests
Mountain biking and alpine hiking
Weather by month
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January
-7C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
-5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
-4C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
April
0C
Cold, with some rainy days.
May
5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
June
11C
Cool, with some rainy days.
July
16C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
August
14C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
September
10C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
October
3C
Cold, with some rainy days.
November
-1C
Cold, with some rainy days.
December
-4C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
Abisko sits deep in Swedish Lapland, inside a national park renowned for having some of the clearest skies in the Arctic — a microclimate created by surrounding mountains that makes it one of the most reliable places on Earth to see the Northern Lights. In summer the same landscape transforms into a hiking base with the start of the famous Kungsleden trail and weeks of midnight sun.
Best areas to stay in Abisko
Abisko village
A small settlement and the main base, with the Aurora Sky Station and access to the national park.
Abisko National Park
A protected wilderness area of mountains, lakes and the Abisko Canyon, popular for hiking and wildlife.
Kungsleden trailhead
The starting point of Sweden's famous long-distance hiking trail through Lapland.
Riksgränsen (nearby)
A mountain resort near the Norwegian border, known for late-season skiing under the midnight sun.
Getting to Abisko
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Flights
Kiruna Airport is the main gateway, around an hour from Abisko by road or rail, with connections via Stockholm.
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From London
~4-5 hours by air from London via Stockholm to Kiruna, plus a short onward journey.
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Getting around
A hire car or the local train/bus connects Abisko with Kiruna; within the park, trails and the chairlift to the Aurora Sky Station are the main ways to get around.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Abisko for the Northern Lights?
Late September to late March, with the Aurora Sky Station operating during darker months when the surrounding mountains' microclimate often keeps skies clear.
Is Abisko good for summer visits too?
Yes — June-August brings the midnight sun and access to hiking, including the start of the famous Kungsleden long-distance trail.
How do I get to Abisko?
The nearest airport is Kiruna, around an hour away by car, bus or train; Abisko itself has a small train station on the line from Stockholm.
Is it very cold in winter?
Yes — temperatures regularly drop well below freezing, so proper Arctic clothing is essential for aurora viewing and winter activities.
What else is there to do besides aurora viewing?
Dog sledding, snowshoeing, ice fishing and cross-country skiing in winter; hiking and canoeing in summer.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
The Aurora Sky Station lived up to the hype — clear skies for three nights in a row when nearby areas were cloudy, and the lights were spectacular.
Nina F. · February 2024
★★★★★
Hiked the first stage of the Kungsleden in near-constant daylight, which was a completely different and equally memorable side of Abisko.
Adam W. · July 2023
★★★★☆
Bitterly cold but worth every layer of clothing — dog sledding through the snowy landscape was a highlight alongside the aurora.
Karin L. · March 2024
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