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Sotkamo Climate by Month

The temperature in Sotkamo can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to very cold. It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Sotkamo. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 21°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -5°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -13°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Sotkamo has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 776 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Sotkamo can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 98 mm of precipitation over 16 rainy days. In contrast March, experiences much drier conditions, with 42 mm of snowfall, spread across 17 snowy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Sotkamo can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Kajaani, Finland (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Kajaani, Finland (38 KM, 23 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Sotkamo in Finland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Sotkamo?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Sotkamo?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sotkamo?
    July tops the wettest month list with 98 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sotkamo?
    April is the driest month with 42 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Sotkamo?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 267 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Sotkamo

    Thu   Nov 21
    0°C | -8°C
    NE 29 km/h
    20 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Fri   Nov 22
    0°C | -4°C
    S 22 km/h
    4.5 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Sat   Nov 23
    -3°C | -6°C
    S 22 km/h
    2.3 mm
    overcast and small chance of slight snow

    overcast and small chance of slight snow