Ilomantsi weather in January (Eastern Finland, Finland)

What's the typical weather in Ilomantsi for January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During January, Ilomantsi usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is known for being in the winter season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about -5°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -12°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Ilomantsi in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 52 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 21 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 23 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ilomantsi. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ilomantsi climate page with graphs.

 

Ilomantsi, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -5°C  

Chance of Rain 69%  

Precipitation 52 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 23 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Joensuu, Finland (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Where to go in Finland in January

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Ilomantsi should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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