A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lulea vs. Kemi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lulea or Kemi?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Lulea and Kemi can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Lulea or Kemi?

Lulea

Lulea is in northern Sweden, in Norrbotten. It's a mid sized city with about 70,000 residents. It also has a technical university, the Lulea University of Technology, which was created in 1971. The city of Lulea is located at the mouth of Lule River on the Gulf of Bothnia. The city's economy is focused on research, education, trade and services. The university's educational programs appeal to new businesses that range from local companies to multinational corporations. There is also a prominant IT sector in the city.

Kemi

Kemi is a town on Bothnian Bay in Lapland, Finland. It's known for the massive Sampo icebreaker, a giant ship built to ply the Arctic waters. The main economic activity in Kemi is centered on two large paper and wood pulp mills and on the only chromium mine in Europe. Kemi also has a claim to fame as the home of the world's largest snow castle (reconstructed every year with a different design). The SnowCastle is usually located at the inner harbor of Kemi.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden, The Best Adventure Tours to Sweden, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, and The Best Adventure Tours to Finland.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lulea and Kemi, we can see that Kemi is more expensive. And not only is Lulea much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lulea would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lulea and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Kemi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kemi than you might in Lulea.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lulea Expensive? and Is Kemi Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Lulea or Kemi?

Lulea has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kemi. When comparing the sizes of Lulea and Kemi, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Lulea or Kemi?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Lulea or Kemi in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Lulea as well as Kemi.

In July, Lulea is generally around the same temperature as Kemi. Daily temperatures in Lulea average around 15°C (60°F), and Kemi fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kemi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lulea this time of the year. In the summer, Lulea often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kemi. Lulea gets 304 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kemi receives 304 hours of full sun.

Lulea usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Kemi. Lulea gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Kemi receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Lulea or Kemi in the Autumn?

Both Kemi and Lulea are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.

Kemi can get quite cold in the autumn. Be prepared for some very cold days in Lulea. Lulea is around the same temperature as Kemi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lulea averages around 2°C (36°F) in October, and Kemi fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).

Lulea usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Kemi during autumn. Lulea gets 82 hours of sunny skies, while Kemi receives 82 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Lulea usually receives around the same amount of rain as Kemi. Lulea gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Kemi receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Lulea or Kemi in the Winter?

Both Kemi and Lulea during the winter are popular places to visit.

Kemi can be very cold during winter. Lulea can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Lulea is around the same temperature as Kemi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lulea in January average around -12°C (10°F), and Kemi averages at about -12°C (10°F).

In the winter, Lulea often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kemi. Lulea gets 19 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kemi receives 19 hours of full sun.

Lulea usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Kemi. Lulea gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Kemi receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Lulea or Kemi in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lulea and Kemi.

The weather in Kemi can be very cold. Lulea can be very cold during spring. In April, Lulea is generally around the same temperature as Kemi. Daily temperatures in Lulea average around -1°C (31°F), and Kemi fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

Lulea usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Kemi during spring. Lulea gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Kemi receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Lulea usually receives around the same amount of rain as Kemi. Lulea gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Kemi receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Kemi and Lulea