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Lapua, Finland
South Ostrobothnia · Finland
Lapua is a small city in South Ostrobothnia, Finland with a population of 14,016. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 14,016 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.9693°, 23.0088° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | South Ostrobothnia |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.5 inches (520 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.2 inches (18 cm) |
About Lapua
Lapua is a small city in Finland (South Ostrobothnia) with a population of 14,016. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Climate in Lapua
Lapua has an average annual temperature of 4.5°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.6°C), the coldest is Feb (-6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 561 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.7°F |
| 30% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 325.0 sq mi (841.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.9693°N, 23.0088°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 38°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.4 in |
Lapua has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 17°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.8").
Schools in Lapua
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lapuan kansalaisopisto | - | - | - | - |
| Lapuan kansalaisopisto, tekninen työ | - | - | - | - |
| Lapuan kansalaisopisto, kudonta | - | - | - | - |
| Wanha Karhunmäki | - | - | - | - |
| Poutun koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Alanurmon koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Lapuan keskuskoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Lapuan yläkoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Koulutuskeskus Sedu, Lapua | - | - | - | - |
| STEP-koulutus, Lapuan kampus | - | - | - | - |
| Lapuan lukio | - | - | - | - |
| Ritavuoren koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Liuhtarin koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Ruhan koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Hellanmaan koulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lapua
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Lapua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etelä-Pohjanmaan maakuntamuseo | ||||
| Etelä-Pohjanmaan traktorimuseo | ||||
| Iisakki Järvenpään kotitalo | ||||
| Kalan torppa | ||||
| Kauhava Knife and Textile museum | ||||
| Lapuan Patruunatehtaan museo | ||||
| Lapuanliikkeen näyttely | ||||
| Nurmon museo | ||||
| Nurmon museo | ||||
| Pyhälahden valokuvaamomuseo | ||||
| Ränkimäki homestead museum | ||||
| Sairaalamuseo | ||||
| Suojeluskunta- ja Lotta Svärd -museo | ||||
| Törnävän museoalue |
Libraries in Lapua
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvar Aallon kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kauhavan pääkirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Kyrkkärin kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Lapuan pääkirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Keski-Nurmo | 0.0 | |||||
| Nurmon kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Seinäjoen Pääkirjasto Apila | 0.0 | |||||
| Ylihärmä Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lapua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kauhavan tori | |||||
| Kauppatori | |||||
| Lapuan tori |
Hotels in Lapua
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lapua
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lapua
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Lapua
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Lapua
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lapua
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lapua
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lapua
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lapua
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Lapua
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lapua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mallaskosken panimo | ||||
| Mallaskuun Panimo |
Stadiums & Teams in Lapua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Lapua
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mäenpään hiihtokeskus | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lapua
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kauhajoki Airfield | KHJ | Medium Airport |
| Kauhava Airfield | KAU | Medium Airport |
| Seinäjoki Airport | SJY | Medium Airport |
| Alavus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ilvesjoki UL | - | Small Airport |
| Menkijärvi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nummijärvi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lapua
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posti K-Supermarket Lapua |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lapua
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lapua Cathedral | |
| Lapuan helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Lapuan Ortodoksinen kirkko | |
| Lapuan vapaaseurakunta | |
| Pajakappeli |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lapua
What is the population of Lapua?
Lapua has a population of 14,016 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 325.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lapua?
Lapua has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.