Alavieska, Finland
North Ostrobothnia · Finland
Alavieska is a small town in North Ostrobothnia, Finland with a population of 1,291. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Alavieska
Alavieska is a municipality of Finland. It is located in the province of Oulu and is part of the Northern Ostrobothnia region. The municipality has a population of 2,384 and covers an area of 253.02 square kilometres (97.69 sq mi) of which 1.66 km2 (0.64 sq mi) is water. The population density is 9.48 inhabitants per square kilometre (24.6/sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 1,291 |
| Population Density | 529 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.1667°, 24.3000° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | North Ostrobothnia |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.8 inches (503 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.4 inches (19 cm) |
About Alavieska
Alavieska is a small town in Finland (North Ostrobothnia) with a population of 1,291. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.1°F |
| 33% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 529/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.1667°N, 24.3000°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 33°F (1°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 38°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.4 in |
Alavieska has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 15°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (0.9").
Schools in Alavieska
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alavieskan yhtenäiskoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Raution koulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alavieska
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Alavieska
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alavieskan kotiseutumuseo | ||||
| Merijärven kotiseutumuseo |
Libraries in Alavieska
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alavieskan kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Kaupunginkirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Alavieska | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Centria Ylivieska | 0.0 | |||||
| Merijärven kunnankirjasto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alavieska
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kasarmintori |
Theatres in Alavieska
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Alavieska
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Alavieska
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alavieska
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alavieska
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Alavieska
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ylivieska Airfield | YLI | Medium Airport |
| Kalajoki Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kannus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Raahe Pattijoki Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alavieska
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posti |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alavieska
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alavieskan kirkko | |
| Alavieskan rauhanyhdistys | |
| Pahkakirkko | |
| Riihikirkko |
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What is the population of Alavieska?
Alavieska has a population of 1,291 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 529 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alavieska?
Alavieska has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches, with 7.4 inches of snow.
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