Tromso sits well above the Arctic Circle and is among the best places in Europe to see the aurora, from September to March. Dog sledding, whale watching and cozy cafes fill the days; summer brings midnight sun.
Month by month
Best: January, February, October, November, December
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Avoid Poor OK Good Excellent Peak
Worth avoiding: April, May, June, July.
How long to stay
3–5 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 10h from the US East Coast, 4h from Europe, 11h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Book aurora tours for several nights, as clouds can block the view.
- Dress in thermal layers; tour operators often supply overalls.
- Whale watching peaks in November to January.
Plan a trip to Tromso
Pick your dates and Offdays builds a day-by-day itinerary from Tromso's best places.
Destination