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Räätäniemi Climate by Month

The climate in Räätäniemi is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Räätäniemi, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -6°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around -13°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Räätäniemi receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 787 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, July receives moderate rainfall, averaging 98 mm of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, March brings less snowfall, with 42 mm over 17 snowy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Räätäniemi. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Kajaani, Finland (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Kajaani, Finland (58 KM, 36 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Räätäniemi in Finland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Räätäniemi?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Räätäniemi?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Räätäniemi?
    July tops the wettest month list with 98 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Räätäniemi?
    March is the driest month with 42 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Räätäniemi?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 267 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Räätäniemi

    Sun   Dec 15
    -14°C | -16°C
    NE 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    -11°C | -15°C
    SE 18 km/h
    14 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Tue   Dec 17
    -14°C | -20°C
    E 11 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain