Nilsiä, Finland
North Savo · Finland
Nilsiä is a small city in North Savo, Finland with a population of 6,474. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°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 Nilsiä
Nilsiä is a former small town and a municipality of Finland. It joined the city of Kuopio at the beginning of year 2013.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,474 |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.2075°, 28.0822° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | North Savo |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.9 inches (658 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.5 inches (27 cm) |
About Nilsiä
Nilsiä is a small city in Finland (North Savo) with a population of 6,474. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.7°F |
| 32% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.2075°N, 28.0822°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.1 in |
Nilsiä has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 14°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Nilsiä
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nilsiän lukio | - | - | - | - |
| Nilsiän yhtenäiskoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Palonurmen koulu | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Nilsiä
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nilsiän museo | ||||
| Nilsiän museo | ||||
| Paavon pirtti |
Libraries in Nilsiä
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juankosken kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Nilsiän lähikirjasto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nilsiä
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juicen tori |
Hotels in Nilsiä
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nilsiä
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nilsiä
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Nilsiä
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Nilsiä
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nilsiä
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Nilsiä
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Nilsiä
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puijon hyppyrimäet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tahko | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Nilsiä
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kuopio Airport | KUO | Large Airport |
| Lapinlahti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rautavaara Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nilsiä
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nilsiän helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Nilsiän kirkko |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Nilsiä
What is the population of Nilsiä?
Nilsiä has a population of 6,474 residents and is located in Finland..
What is the weather like in Nilsiä?
Nilsiä has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches, with 10.5 inches of snow.
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