Climate of Kainuu, Finland
Area-weighted average across Kainuu. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kainuu, a subdivision of Finland, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -11.3°C / 11.7°F in January to 15.4°C / 59.7°F in July, with rainfall from 32 mm / 1.3 in to 79 mm / 3.1 in depending on the season (619 mm / 24.4 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11.3°C11.7°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| February | -11°C12.2°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| March | -5.5°C22.1°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| April | -0.1°C31.8°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| May | 6.9°C44.4°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| June | 13°C55.4°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| July | 15.4°C59.7°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| August | 12.6°C54.7°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| September | 7.2°C45°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| October | 1.4°C34.5°F | 57 mm2.2″ | Snowy |
| November | -4.8°C23.4°F | 53 mm2.1″ | Snowy |
| December | -9°C15.8°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kainuu?
Kainuu, Finland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 15.4°C / 59.7°F, and the driest is February at 32 mm / 1.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Kainuu?
Kainuu, Finland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -11.3°C / 11.7°F in January to 15.4°C / 59.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 619 mm / 24.4 in, with the wettest month being August (79 mm / 3.1 in) and the driest February (32 mm / 1.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kainuu?
The hottest month in Kainuu is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.4°C / 59.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Kainuu?
The coldest month in Kainuu is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -11.3°C / 11.7°F.
When does it rain most in Kainuu?
The wettest month in Kainuu is August, averaging about 79 mm / 3.1 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 32 mm / 1.3 in.