Lieksa, Finland
North Karelia · Finland
Lieksa is a small city in North Karelia, Finland with a population of 10,002. Elevation: 312 ft (95 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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People
Climate
| Population | 10,002 |
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.3167°, 30.0167° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | North Karelia |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.7 inches (627 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.3 inches (24 cm) |
About Lieksa
Lieksa is a small city in Finland (North Karelia) with a population of 10,002. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet (95 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 12°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Climate in Lieksa
Lieksa has an average annual temperature of 2.4°C (36°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-11.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 971 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.6°F |
| 34% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.3167°N, 30.0167°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°F (-11°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 33°F (1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.9 in |
Lieksa has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 12°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Lieksa
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lieksan yläkoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Rantalan alakoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Brahea-kampus | - | - | - | - |
| Lieksan lukio | - | - | - | - |
| Keskuskoulun alakoulu, Koulukadun toimipiste | - | - | - | - |
| Riveria, Lieksan koulutusyksikkö | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Lieksa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paateri | ||||
| Pielisen museo |
Libraries in Lieksa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lieksa Main Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Lieksa
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lieksa
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Lieksa
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lieksa
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Lieksa
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Lieksa
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lieksa
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lieksa
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lieksa
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Lieksa
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lieksa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Helsinki Distilling Company Koli |
Ski Resorts Near Lieksa
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laskettelukeskus Mustavaara | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ukko-Kolin hiihtokeskus | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lieksa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Joensuu Airport | JOE | Medium Airport |
| Lieksa Nurmes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lieksa
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lieksan helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Lieksan kirkko | |
| Lieksan moskeija | |
| Ortodoksinen seurakuntasali | |
| Profeetta Elian kirkko |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lieksa
What is the population of Lieksa?
Lieksa has a population of 10,002 residents and is located in Finland..
What is the weather like in Lieksa?
Lieksa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.
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