Climate Insights for Kajaani

Kainuu, Finland

Hottest
July
20°C peak68°F peak
Coldest
January
-11°C low11°F low
Wettest
July
97 mm rain3.8 in rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kajaani is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 761 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kajaani receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kajaani is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Kajaani experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Kajaani is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 30 in of precipitation falls per year. Kajaani receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kajaani is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 11°F. Kajaani experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -6°Average: -9°Min: -11°FebMax: -5°Average: -8°Min: -11°MarMax: 0°Average: -4°Min: -8°AprMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -3°MayMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 3°JunMax: 18°Average: 14°Min: 10°JulMax: 20°Average: 17°Min: 12°AugMax: 18°Average: 15°Min: 11°SepMax: 13°Average: 10°Min: 7°OctMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 1°NovMax: 0°Average: -2°Min: -4°DecMax: -4°Average: -5°Min: -7°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 20°FAverage: 16°FMin: 11°FFebMax: 23°FAverage: 18°FMin: 13°FMarMax: 31°FAverage: 25°FMin: 17°FAprMax: 41°FAverage: 34°FMin: 26°FMayMax: 53°FAverage: 46°FMin: 37°FJunMax: 64°FAverage: 58°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 62°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 64°FAverage: 58°FMin: 51°FSepMax: 55°FAverage: 50°FMin: 44°FOctMax: 41°FAverage: 38°FMin: 35°FNovMax: 32°FAverage: 29°FMin: 25°FDecMax: 26°FAverage: 22°FMin: 19°F
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Temperatures in Kajaani vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Kajaani vary considerably across the year, with a 57°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 68°F with a mean of 62°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 11°F and the daily average is 16°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 42mmFebPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 39mmMarPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 36mmAprPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 25mmMayPrecipitation: 48mmSnow: 7mmJunPrecipitation: 82mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 80mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 71mmSnow: 13mmNovPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 39mmDecPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 48mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 17inFebPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 15inMarPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 14inAprPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 10inMayPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 3inJunPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 5inNovPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 16inDecPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 19in
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Snow (in)

Kajaani is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 761 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 97 mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 38 mm. That's 59 mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Kajaani receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 249cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 48cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Kajaani is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 30 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 3.8 in of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.5 in. That's 2.3 in less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Kajaani receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 98in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 19in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Kajaani is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Kajaani is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-9°16°F
Feb-8°18°F
Mar-4°25°F
Apr1°34°F
May8°46°F
Jun14°58°F
Jul17°62°F
Aug15°58°F
Sep10°50°F
Oct3°38°F
Nov-2°29°F
Dec-5°22°F

The best time to visit Kajaani is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 97 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Kajaani is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 11°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kajaani based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kajaani based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-11 °C11 °F
-6 °C20 °F
13 km/h8 mph
46 mm1.8 in
42 cm17 in
Feb
-11 °C13 °F
-5 °C23 °F
13 km/h8 mph
42 mm1.6 in
39 cm15 in
Mar
-8 °C17 °F
0 °C31 °F
13 km/h8 mph
38 mm1.5 in
36 cm14 in
Apr
-3 °C26 °F
5 °C41 °F
11 km/h7 mph
44 mm1.7 in
25 cm10 in
May
3 °C37 °F
12 °C53 °F
11 km/h7 mph
48 mm1.9 in
7 cm3 in
Jun
10 °C49 °F
18 °C64 °F
11 km/h7 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
20 °C68 °F
10 km/h6 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C51 °F
18 °C64 °F
11 km/h7 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C44 °F
13 °C55 °F
12 km/h8 mph
80 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
1 °C35 °F
5 °C41 °F
13 km/h8 mph
71 mm2.8 in
13 cm5 in
Nov
-4 °C25 °F
0 °C32 °F
13 km/h8 mph
64 mm2.5 in
39 cm16 in
Dec
-7 °C19 °F
-4 °C26 °F
13 km/h8 mph
54 mm2.1 in
48 cm19 in