Temperature in Eastern Finland in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Eastern Finland, Finland this January.

Eastern Finland, Finland, a region in Finland, experiences very low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from -6°C (21°F) in Suomussalmi to -3°C (27°F) in Halmeniemi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -9°C (16°F) in Halmeniemi and -13°C (9°F) in Suomussalmi. January is part of the winter season On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Eastern Finland, Finland in January?

Find the average daytime temperatures in January for the most popular destinations in Eastern Finland on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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See also: Eastern Finland weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Eastern Finland in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Eastern Finland.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Eastern Finland temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Eastern Finland, Finland in January?

Vuokatti averages a daytime high of -5°C (23°F) in January, which is very low for Eastern Finland, Finland.

How cold does it get at night in Eastern Finland, Finland in January?

Vuokatti sees nighttime lows close to -12°C (10°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Eastern Finland, Finland?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Halmeniemi clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around -3°C (27°F), and evenings that remain near -9°C (16°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Eastern Finland, Finland?

For the month of January, Suomussalmi is the most temperate city in Eastern Finland, Finland based on our records. Highs average -6°C (21°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around -13°C (9°F).

How much sun does Eastern Finland, Finland get in January?

Vuokatti experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 17 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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