Climate Insights for Artjärvi

The climate in Artjärvi is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 665mm of precipitation falls per year. Artjärvi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Artjärvi 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. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 135cm accumulating over the season.

Temperatures in Artjärvi 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 -5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Artjärvi is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 665mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 79mm of rainfall. August and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 40mm. That's 39mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 135cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 34cm.

Artjärvi is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 14km/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.

It is currently winter in Artjärvi, which began on December 21, 2026. Artjärvi is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Spring is next, beginning on March 20, 2026 — 1 days from now.

The best time to visit Artjärvi 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 69mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Artjärvi 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.