Climate Overview
The climate in Kuhmo is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 767mm of precipitation falls per year. Kuhmo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kuhmo is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: Luglio, Agosto, Giugno. The coldest months are Gennaio, Febbraio, Marzo, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Kuhmo experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Kuhmo vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. Luglio is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is Gennaio, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -9°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.
Precipitation
Kuhmo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 767mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 64mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 103mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 39mm. That's 64mm 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. Kuhmo receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 204cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 37cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kuhmo 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 February, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
1 day until Spring
It is currently winter in Kuhmo, which began on December 21, 2026. Kuhmo 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 Luglio at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in Gennaio near -12°C. Spring is next, beginning on March 20, 2026 — 1 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -8 to 13°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 141mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 278mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -4 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 202mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Expect around 43cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -12 to -4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 146mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Expect around 105cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kuhmo 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.