What’s the climate like in Saariselkä?
The current climate in Saariselkä features temperatures ranging from a high of 18°C to a low of -8°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 4°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -15°C and in the warmer months around 9°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Saariselkä in recent years was 30°C in July 2018. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -27°C in February 2019.
On average, Saariselkä gets 720 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 109 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
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Best time to visit Saariselkä?
The best time to visit Saariselkä for mild to warm weather is July and August. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Saariselkä.
Climate Table of Saariselkä
The climate table of Saariselkä shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Temp. max (°C) | -8 | -6 | -2 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 18 | 15 | 10 | 1 | -3 | -6 |
Temp. min (°C) | -14 | -14 | -12 | -5 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 8 | 3 | -2 | -7 | -12 |
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Precipitation (mm) | 54 | 32 | 28 | 34 | 62 | 118 | 87 | 94 | 63 | 43 | 44 | 61 |
Snow (cm) | 14 | 11 | 9,5 | 20 | 7,3 | 2,0 | 0 | 0 | 1,2 | 11 | 15 | 17 |
UV Index | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 4°C
- Highest temperature: 18°C in July
- Lowest temperature: -8°C in January
- Precipitation*: 720 mm per year, averaging 60 mm per month
- Snowfall: 109 cm per year
- Driest months: 28 mm in March, 32 mm in February and 34 mm in April
- Wettest months: 118 mm in June, 94 mm in August and 87 mm in July
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Saariselkä
Average Temperature per Month in Saariselkä
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Saariselkä, Finland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Saariselkä
This graph shows how much rainfall Saariselkä, Finland, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Saariselkä
This graph shows how much snow Saariselkä, Finland, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Saariselkä
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Saariselkä, Finland. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Saariselkä
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Saariselkä, Finland. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Saariselkä
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Saariselkä, Finland, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Saariselkä
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Saariselkä, Finland, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Saariselkä
The weather in Saariselkä is rated an average of 3,4 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to Saariselkä? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewDespite the low temperatures and persistent snowfall, the sun shone quite often. Perfect for winter fun!— This text is automatically translated to English
Although temperatures are acceptable for spring, there is still a lot of snow. This can cause surprises during your hike. Also, visibility can sometimes be limited by fog, but when the sun shines, it is lovely.— This text is automatically translated to English
Enjoy blue skies and optimal driving conditions one day, and experience high winds and blizzards the next. Make sure you are properly dressed!— This text is automatically translated to English
However, sporadic rains required good planning and equipment. Overall, satisfied!— This text is automatically translated to English
Thick clothing is required. The days are often cloudy, but the sunrises and sunsets are just beautiful. Ideal for people who love a winter wonderland.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Saariselkä by month
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