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Oulu (province) Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Oulu (province), Finland in January.

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Vuokatti Ruka Oulu Kuusamo

Planning a trip to Oulu (province), Finland this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Oulu (province) in January

Oulu (province), Finland is a region in Finland. January in Oulu (province) generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -7°C (19°F) in Juuma to -3°C (27°F) in Kalajoki. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -9°C (16°F) in Kalajoki and -14°C (7°F) in Juuma. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Oulu (province), Finland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Kalajoki with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) to moderate snowfall in Kotila with 49 mm (1.9 in).

Explore Oulu (province) by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Oulu (province) — and find the best time to visit. (based on Vuokatti)

January-5°C (23°F) February-5°C (23°F) March0°C (32°F) April6°C (43°F) May13°C (55°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August19°C (66°F) September13°C (55°F) October6°C (43°F) November1°C (34°F) December-3°C (27°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Oulu (province) in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Oulu (province).

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Oulu (province)

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Oulu (province), Finland?

Temperature range in Oulu (province) (January)

Precipitation variation in Oulu (province) (January)

Ruka

In January Ruka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly snowfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ruka →

Vuokatti

In January Vuokatti generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly sun hours
5 hours
17 hours
59 hours
Monthly snowfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
23 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vuokatti →

Oulu

In January Oulu generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
7 hours
23 hours
68 hours
Monthly snowfall
50 mm (2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Oulu →

Kuusamo

In January Kuusamo generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly snowfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kuusamo →

Raahe

In January Raahe generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly sun hours
7 hours
23 hours
68 hours
Monthly snowfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Raahe →

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In our records: Finland January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Finland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Finland dropped to -47°C (-53°F) in Saariselka on January 27, 1999.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Finland was -42°C (-44°F) in Saariselka on January 5, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Oulu (province) in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vuokatti -5°C (23°F) -12°C (10°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Ruka -7°C (19°F) -14°C (7°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Oulu -4°C (25°F) -11°C (12°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Kuusamo -7°C (19°F) -14°C (7°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Raahe -3°C (27°F) -9°C (16°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Kalajoki -3°C (27°F) -9°C (16°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)

Oulu (province) weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oulu (province), Finland in January?

Oulu (province), Finland typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Ruka average around -7°C (19°F), and temperatures drop to about -14°C (7°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Oulu (province), Finland in January?

Average temperatures in Oulu (province), Finland during January range from a nighttime low near -14°C (7°F) to a daytime high around -7°C (19°F) in Ruka.

Does Oulu (province), Finland get a lot of snow in January?

January is on the drier side in Oulu (province), Finland. Ruka averages only about 41 mm (1.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Oulu (province), Finland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ruka, January may not be the ideal time to visit Oulu (province), Finland.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Ruka. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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