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Thinking of visiting Kotila in January? Expect very low temperatures reaching -6°C (21°F) during the day, dropping to -13°C (9°F) at night, with some snowfall likely.
January in Kotila can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kotila - and find the best time to visit.
Find out more about the weather in Finland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Finland in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Kotila in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
See the full Kotila climate overview or explore weather in Finland.
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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