The best times to visit Kajaani for ideal weather are

July 2nd to August 26th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Kajaani Travel Info

Weather in Kajaani

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kajaani vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 17th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Kajaani, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 72.9°F (22.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.6°F (13.7°C) at night.

Kajaani Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kajaani Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Kajaani Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kajaani Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kajaani Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 19.9 14.4 9.5
Feb 30.6 27.2 22.7
Mar 36.8 31 24.8
Apr 43.2 36.1 29.2
May 55.1 47.4 39.5
Jun 60.7 53 45.7
Jul 69.1 61.4 53.1
Aug 66.8 59 51.1
Sep 57 50.2 43.7
Oct 41.8 36.7 31.4
Nov 35.1 31.4 27.5
Dec 30.6 26 20.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -6.7 -9.8 -12.5
Feb -0.8 -2.7 -5.2
Mar 2.7 -0.6 -4
Apr 6.2 2.3 -1.6
May 12.8 8.6 4.2
Jun 15.9 11.7 7.6
Jul 20.6 16.3 11.7
Aug 19.3 15 10.6
Sep 13.9 10.1 6.5
Oct 5.4 2.6 -0.3
Nov 1.7 -0.3 -2.5
Dec -0.8 -3.3 -6.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kajaani are September, March, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid March. For example, on the week of March 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late October with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of October 22nd.

When can you find snow in Kajaani? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Kajaani is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Kajaani.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kajaani (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 34% 11.2 2.6
Feb 18% 16.1 1.2
Mar 16% 12.4 1.3
Apr 17% 10.6 1.4
May 27% 2.2 3.1
Jun 39% 0 3.6
Jul 31% 0 3.6
Aug 27% 0 2.9
Sep 15% 0 2.1
Oct 24% 1.7 2.3
Nov 31% 3.2 2.9
Dec 38% 6.5 3.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 34 28.4 6.6
Feb 18 40.9 3
Mar 16 31.5 3.3
Apr 17 26.9 3.6
May 27 5.6 7.9
Jun 39 0 9.1
Jul 31 0 9.1
Aug 27 0 7.4
Sep 15 0 5.3
Oct 24 4.3 5.8
Nov 31 8.1 7.4
Dec 38 16.5 9.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Kajaani has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (58.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (91.3%).

Wind in Kajaani is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and December. March’s average wind speed of around 5.9 knots (6.8 MPH or 10.9 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 10 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kajaani.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.6 Light breeze 6.3 Light breeze
Feb 5.6 Light breeze 7.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.9 Light breeze 8.4 Light breeze
Apr 5.2 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
May 5.3 Light breeze 7.9 Light breeze
Jun 5.2 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.9 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze
Aug 4.2 Light breeze 6.6 Light breeze
Sep 4.6 Light breeze 7 Light breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 7.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.5 Light breeze 7.6 Light breeze
Dec 5.5 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 82%
Feb 83.2%
Mar 67.2%
Apr 59.3%
May 58.4%
Jun 63.2%
Jul 65.8%
Aug 71.2%
Sep 78.9%
Oct 83.9%
Nov 91.3%
Dec 89.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kajaani?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Finland; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Kajaani, Finland is July, followed by June and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Kajaani in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.7 in December means 50.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Kajaani Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 8 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Kajaani, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Kajaani to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 14.5°F (-9.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 12 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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