Climate Overview
The climate in Ristijärvi is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 770mm of precipitation falls per year. Ristijärvi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ristijärvi is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: Juli, August, Juni. The coldest months are Januar, Februar, März, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Ristijärvi experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ristijärvi vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. Juli is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is Januar, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -10°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
Ristijärvi is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 770mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 64mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 101mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 39mm. That's 63mm 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. Ristijärvi receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 202cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 39cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Ristijärvi 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 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.
Seasons
1 day until Spring
It is currently winter in Ristijärvi, which began on December 21, 2026. Ristijärvi 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 Juli at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in Januar near -12°C. Spring is next, beginning on March 20, 2026 — 1 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -8 to 12°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. 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 8 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 280mm 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 215mm for the season, averaging 72mm per month. Expect around 41cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -12 to -4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 145mm over the season and a monthly average of 48mm. 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 Ristijärvi 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.