Kuopio weather in January (Eastern Finland, Finland)

Looking to travel to Kuopio in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Kuopio typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -11°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.

Kuopio in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Typically around 24 days of snowfall is expected.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kuopio. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kuopio, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 78%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  

Where to go in Finland in January

Find out more about the weather in Finland in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Kuopio in January?

Visitors traveling to Kuopio 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 in January.

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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