Climate Overview
The climate in Kiihtelysvaara is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 849mm of precipitation falls per year. Kiihtelysvaara receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kiihtelysvaara 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 -10°C. Kiihtelysvaara experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Kiihtelysvaara 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 20°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -10°C and the daily average is -8°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 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kiihtelysvaara is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 849mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 119mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 44mm. That's 75mm 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. Kiihtelysvaara receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 283cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 65cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kiihtelysvaara is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Kiihtelysvaara, which began on June 21, 2026. Kiihtelysvaara 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 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -10°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -7 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 295mm for the season, averaging 98mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 224mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Expect around 49cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -10 to -1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 190mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Expect around 165cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Kiihtelysvaara 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.
