Kautokeino, Norway: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Kautokeino, Norway? If you're planning to go to Kautokeino, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Kautokeino
- Important essentials for Kautokeino
- Activities for Kautokeino
- Kautokeino in January: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in February: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in March: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in April: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in May: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in June: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in July: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in August: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in September: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in October: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in November: weather and what to pack
- Kautokeino in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Kautokeino, Norway
Based on the climate and weather in Kautokeino, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Kautokeino, Norway
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kautokeino, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Other health necessities
Don't forget these
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should be appropriate for most places, but check with your hotel.
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Kautokeino. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
For families with young children
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Airplane or car necessities
Activities for Kautokeino, Norway
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Kautokeino.
If you want to check out the majestic Kautokeino church, it's suggested to wear modest clothing:
What to wear/what to pack for Kautokeino, Norway by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Kautokeino in January, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Fleece for under jacket
Heated gloves
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
Night cap
It's suggested to wear a cap at night in this climate like this
Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
Neck gaiter/cold weather face mask
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Lip balm
Our pick: here
Thick pajamas
Insulated boots
The best value
Goggles for eye protection
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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Extreme cold weather gear
Coveralls
We love:
February
February for Kautokeino can be dangerously cold. Temperatures average in the single digits F (10+ below zero C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Fleece for under jacket
Night cap
It's important to wear a cap at night here like this
Neck gaiter/cold weather mask
Insulated boots
The best value
Coveralls
We like:
Heated gloves
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
Goggles for eye protection
Thermal undergarments
We suggest:
-
Extreme cold weather gear
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Thick pajamas
Lip balm
Our pick: here
March
Traveling to Kautokeino in March, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Thermal undergarments
We love:
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
Heated gloves
Lip balm
Our pick: here
Coveralls
We pick:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Extreme cold weather gear
Neck warmer/cold weather mask
Fleece for under jacket
Thick pajamas
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
Night cap
It's vital to wear a cap at night in this weather like this
Goggles for eye protection
Insulated boots
The best value
April
April in this region is frosty. Temperatures average in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
Lip balm
The best is: this one
Thermal undergarments
We chose:
Extreme cold weather gloves
Insulated ice boots
We use:
Pajamas
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of our favorites:
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Fleece inner layer
Scarf/neck warmer
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Heavy sweaters
May
If you are traveling to Kautokeino in May, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
June
June for Kautokeino is chilly. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
July
Traveling to Kautokeino in July, you will notice that it can be chilly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
August
August here is crisp. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
September
September in this region can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
October
If you are traveling to Kautokeino in October, you will notice that it is freezing. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
November
Traveling to Kautokeino in November, you will notice that it is beyond freezing. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
Goggles for eye protection
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Extreme cold weather gear
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Thermal undergarments
Our favorites:
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
Thick pajamas
Coveralls
We like:
Fleece for under jacket
Lip balm
Our pick: this one
Neck warmer/cold weather mask
Night cap
It's vital to wear a head warmer at night here like this
Heated gloves
December
December here is biting cold. Temperatures average in the single digits F (10+ below zero C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extreme cold weather gear
Thick pajamas
Neck gaiter/ski mask
Goggles for eye protection
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Lip balm
Our pick: this
Coveralls
We pick:
Fleece for under jacket
Insulated boots
The best value
Thermal undergarments
We chose:
Heated gloves
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
Night cap
It's important to wear a head warmer at night in this climate like this
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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