Climate Insights for Lappeenranta

South Karelia, Finland

Hottest
July
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
January
-8°C low18°F low
Wettest
August
87 mm rain3.4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Lappeenranta is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 723 mm of precipitation falls per year. Lappeenranta receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lappeenranta 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 -8°C. Lappeenranta experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Lappeenranta is cool. The average annual temperature is 42°F and approximately 28.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Lappeenranta receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lappeenranta 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 18°F. Lappeenranta experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -4°Average: -6°Min: -8°FebMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -7°MarMax: 2°Average: -1°Min: -5°AprMax: 7°Average: 4°Min: -1°MayMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 5°JunMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°AugMax: 20°Average: 17°Min: 13°SepMax: 15°Average: 12°Min: 9°OctMax: 8°Average: 6°Min: 4°NovMax: 3°Average: 1°Min: -1°DecMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -5°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°FAverage: 22°FMin: 18°FFebMax: 28°FAverage: 24°FMin: 19°FMarMax: 35°FAverage: 29°FMin: 23°FAprMax: 45°FAverage: 38°FMin: 31°FMayMax: 59°FAverage: 51°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 68°FAverage: 61°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 65°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 62°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 59°FAverage: 54°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 46°FAverage: 43°FMin: 39°FNovMax: 37°FAverage: 34°FMin: 31°FDecMax: 30°FAverage: 27°FMin: 24°F
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Temperatures in Lappeenranta vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -6°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 Lappeenranta vary considerably across the year, with a 53°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 18°F and the daily average is 22°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: 57mmSnow: 48mmFebPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 42mmMarPrecipitation: 43mmSnow: 28mmAprPrecipitation: 43mmSnow: 12mmMayPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 22mmDecPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 44mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 19inFebPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 17inMarPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 11inAprPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 9inDecPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 17in
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Snow (in)

Lappeenranta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 723 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 87 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 43 mm. That's 44 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Lappeenranta receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 202cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 48cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Lappeenranta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 28.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 1.7 in. That's 1.7 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Lappeenranta receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 79in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 19in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Lappeenranta is mildly breezy, 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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/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 14km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Lappeenranta is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. 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 May, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph 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-6°22°F
Feb-5°24°F
Mar-1°29°F
Apr4°38°F
May11°51°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug17°62°F
Sep12°54°F
Oct6°43°F
Nov1°34°F
Dec-3°27°F

The best time to visit Lappeenranta is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 79 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°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 Lappeenranta is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 18°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 Lappeenranta 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 Lappeenranta 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
-8 °C18 °F
-4 °C26 °F
14 km/h8 mph
57 mm2.2 in
48 cm19 in
Feb
-7 °C19 °F
-2 °C28 °F
14 km/h8 mph
54 mm2.1 in
42 cm17 in
Mar
-5 °C23 °F
2 °C35 °F
13 km/h8 mph
43 mm1.7 in
28 cm11 in
Apr
-1 °C31 °F
7 °C45 °F
12 km/h7 mph
43 mm1.7 in
12 cm5 in
May
5 °C41 °F
15 °C59 °F
11 km/h7 mph
44 mm1.7 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
20 °C68 °F
12 km/h7 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
22 °C71 °F
11 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
20 °C68 °F
12 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
15 °C59 °F
12 km/h8 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
4 °C39 °F
8 °C46 °F
13 km/h8 mph
63 mm2.5 in
4 cm2 in
Nov
-1 °C31 °F
3 °C37 °F
14 km/h8 mph
56 mm2.2 in
22 cm9 in
Dec
-5 °C24 °F
-1 °C30 °F
13 km/h8 mph
61 mm2.4 in
44 cm17 in