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Kotka, Finland
Kymenlaakso · Finland
Kotka is a mid-size city in Kymenlaakso, Finland with a population of 50,157. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 50,157 |
| Population Density | 122 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.4664°, 26.9458° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | Kymenlaakso |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.5 inches (623 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.4 inches (24 cm) |
About Kotka
Kotka is a mid-size city in Finland (Kymenlaakso) with a population of 50,157. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Climate in Kotka
Kotka has an average annual temperature of 6.3°C (43°F). The hottest month is Jul (18°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 813 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 409.9 sq mi (1,061.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.4664°N, 26.9458°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.2 in |
Kotka has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 20°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.9") and May the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Kotka
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaakkois-Suomen ammattikorkeakoulu Kotkan kampus | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Kotka
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kotkan aikuislukio | - | - | - | - |
| Langinkosken koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Hovinsaaren koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Kotkansaaren koulu, Keskuskoulun toimipiste | - | - | - | - |
| Karhuvuoren koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Ruonalan koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Kotkan lyseo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kotka
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yle Klassinen | classical, music | AAC 256 kbps | |
| RadioSE.fi | - | AAC 80 kbps |
Museums in Kotka
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anjalan kartanomuseo | ||||
| Ankkapurhan teollisuusmuseo | ||||
| Karhulan Ilmailukerhon Lentomuseo | ||||
| Korvenkylän nuorisoseuran kotiseutumuseo | ||||
| Merikeskus Vellamo | ||||
| Museohinaaja Merikarhu | ||||
| Museotalo Warpunen | ||||
| Ranta-Pukin kievarimuseo | ||||
| Ruotsinsalmi Paviljonki | ||||
| S/S Hyöky | ||||
| Saaristolaismuseo | ||||
| Vehkalahden kotiseutumuseo |
Libraries in Kotka
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haminan pääkirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Karhulan kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Karhuvuoren kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Kotka Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kotkan kampuskirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Inkeroinen | 0.0 | |||||
| Pyhtään kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Ruissalon kirjasto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kotka
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inkeroisten tori | |||||
| Karhulan tori | |||||
| Kauppatori | |||||
| Kotkan kauppatori |
Hotels in Kotka
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kotka
27 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kotka
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kotka
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kotka
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kotka
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kotka
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kotka
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kotka
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kotka
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kotka
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kotka
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kotka
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kotka
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kotka
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kotka
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uuperinrinteet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Haukkavuoren ulkoilu- ja luontomatkailukeskus | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Haukkavuoren laskettelurinne | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mielakan Rinnekeskus | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kotka
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Helsinki East-Redstone Aerodrome | - | Medium Airport |
| Utti Air Base | UTI | Medium Airport |
| Hermunen Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kymi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Selanpaa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ummeljoki KW Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wredeby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kotka
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mustaviira (Struven ketju) |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kotka
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kappeli | |
| Kotka's Church | |
| Kotkan helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Kotkan Vapaakirkko | |
| Langinkosken kirkko | |
| Pyhän Nikolaoksen kirkko | |
| Ruonalan kirkko |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Kotka
30 places within 15 km
- • Kivikautinen asuinpaikka
- • Kivikautinen asuinpaikka
- • Kivikautinen asuinpaikka
- • Kivikautinen asuinpaikka
- • Kivikautinen asuinpaikka
- + 7 more
- • Äijänniemen uimaranta
- • Haasiakari
- • Huutijärven uimaranta
- • Kuutsalon santaranta
- • Mansikkalahti
- + 2 more
- • Kyminlinna
- • Fort Elisabeth
- • Fort Katariina
- • Fort Slava
- • Redutti
- • Redutti
- + 1 more
- • Haukkavuori
- • Luotsiaseman perustukset
- • Kumparepuiston näköalatasanne
- • Räskin lintutorni
🇫🇮 About Finland
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kotka
Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kotka
What is the population of Kotka?
Kotka has a population of 50,157 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 122 people per square mile, spread across 409.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kotka?
Kotka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches, with 9.4 inches of snow.