Too hot for Santa as Lapland buckles under record heatwave
Published: 7/24/2025

Lapland is facing record-breaking heatwave as Santa Claus and his elves adapt to soaring temperatures of up to 30C. The Finnish Lapland region, usually cool, is experiencing its longest heatwave in decades. Scientists attribute the extreme weather to climate change, warning of more frequent and intense heatwaves in the future. Additionally, the heat is impacting Lapland's reindeer, pushing them to seek relief in villages due to increased mosquito activity.