Oulu (province) weather in January
Thinking about venturing to Oulu (province) this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Oulu (province) in January?
Oulu (province) is a region in Finland. January in Oulu (province) generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -7°C in Juuma to -3°C in Kalajoki. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -9°C in Kalajoki and -14°C 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Kalajoki with an average of 39 mm to moderate snowfall in Kotila with 49 mm.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Oulu (province) in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Oulu (province) climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Oulu (province)?
Ruka
In January Ruka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Vuokatti
In January Vuokatti generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Oulu
In January Oulu generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kuusamo
In January Kuusamo generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Raahe
In January Raahe generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Oulu (province)?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ruka, January may not be the ideal time to visit Oulu (province).
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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