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Kajaani, Finland
Kainuu · Finland
Kajaani is a mid-size city in Kainuu, Finland with a population of 36,458. Elevation: 476 ft (145 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 36,458 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 476 ft (145 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.2273°, 27.7285° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | Kainuu |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.4 inches (594 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.5 inches (21 cm) |
About Kajaani
Kajaani is a mid-size city in Finland (Kainuu) with a population of 36,458. The city sits at an elevation of 476 feet (145 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 12°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Climate in Kajaani
Kajaani has an average annual temperature of 2.4°C (36°F). The hottest month is Jul (16°C), the coldest is Feb (-9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 549 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.0°F |
| 35% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 294 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 476 ft (145 m) |
| Area | 996.5 sq mi (2,581.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.2273°N, 27.7285°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°F (-11°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 22°F (-5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 32°F (0°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.6 in |
Kajaani has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 12°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Kajaani
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kajaani University of Applied Sciences | University | — | Visit → |
| Kajaani University of Applied Sciences | College | 1992 | Visit → |
| Kajaanin yliopistokeskus | College | — | — |
| Taito 1 | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Kajaani
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kajaanin lukio | — | — | — | — |
| Kainuun ammattiopisto | — | — | — | — |
| Seminaarin koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Kajaanin lyseo | — | — | — | — |
| Kontinjoen koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Kainuun ammattiopisto - Ketunpolku 7 | — | — | — | — |
| Komiahon koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Kalevan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Väinölän koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Keskuskoulu | — | — | — | — |
| Palokankaan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Lohtajan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Kätönlahden koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Kuluntalahden koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Nakertajan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Kainuun ammattiopisto, Vimpelin kampus | — | — | — | — |
| Lehtikankaan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Soidinsuon koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Kainuun ammattiopisto, Vuorikadun kampus | — | — | — | — |
| Kainuun ammattiopisto | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kajaani
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kainuun Museo | ||||
| Paltamon kotiseutumuseo | ||||
| Taidemuseo |
Libraries in Kajaani
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kajaanin pääkirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| KAMK Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lohtaja Kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Paltamon pääkirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Paltamon pääkirjasto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kajaani
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kauppatori |
Hotels in Kajaani
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kajaani
23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kajaani
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kajaani
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kajaani
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kajaani
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kajaani
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kajaani
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kajaani
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kajaani
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kajaani
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kajaani
15 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kajaani
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kajaani
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kajaani
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kajaani
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vuokatinrinteet | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vimpelinvaaran laskettelurinne | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Saukkovaaran laskettelukeskus | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Paljakan matkailu- ja hiihtokeskus | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hiihtokeskus Ukkohalla | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kajaani
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kajaani Airport | KAJ | Medium Airport |
| Iisalmi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kajaani
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kajaanin helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Kajaanin kirkko | |
| Kajaanin rauhanyhdistys | |
| Kajaanin vapaaseurakunta | |
| Kansanlähetyskoti | |
| Kristuksen kirkastumisen kirkko | |
| Linnantauksen kirkko | |
| Paltaniemi Church | |
| Vanha kappeli |
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What is the population of Kajaani?
Kajaani has a population of 36,458 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 996.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kajaani?
Kajaani has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow.