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Oulainen, Finland
North Ostrobothnia · Finland
Oulainen is a small city in North Ostrobothnia, Finland with a population of 6,887. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
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About Oulainen
Oulainen is a town and a municipality of Finland. It is located in the Northern Ostrobothnia region, 101 kilometres (63 mi) south of the city of Oulu. The municipality has a population of 6,832
(31 December 2025) and covers an area of 597.53 square kilometres (230.71 sq mi) of
which 10.01 km2 (3.86 sq mi)
is water. The population density is
11.62 inhabitants per square kilometre (30.1/sq mi). Oulainen is founded in 1865, and it received township rights in 1977.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,887 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.2667°, 24.8000° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | North Ostrobothnia |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.6 inches (548 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.2 inches (21 cm) |
About Oulainen
Oulainen is a small city in Finland (North Ostrobothnia) with a population of 6,887. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.8°F |
| 34% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 279.5 sq mi (723.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.2667°N, 24.8000°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.6 in |
Oulainen has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 15°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in Oulainen
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koulutuskeskus JEDU, Oulaisten toimipiste | — | — | — | — |
| Koulutuskeskus JEDU, Oulaisten toimipiste | — | — | — | — |
| Koulutuskeskus JEDU, Oulaisten toimipiste | — | — | — | — |
| Jauhinkankaan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Oulaisten lukio | — | — | — | — |
| Oulaisten yläkoulu | — | — | — | — |
| Juho Oksan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Jokiraitin koulu, Lehtopään yksikkö | — | — | — | — |
| Jokiraitin koulu, Matkanivan yksikkö | — | — | — | — |
| Piipsjärven koulu | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Oulainen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oulaisten kotiseutumuseo | ||||
| Vihannin Kotiseutuyhdistys | ||||
| Wanha Woima |
Libraries in Oulainen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oulaisten kaupunginkirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Vihannin kirjasto | 0.0 |
Hotels in Oulainen
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Oulainen
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Oulainen
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Oulainen
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Oulainen
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Oulainen
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Oulainen
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oulainen
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Oulainen
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Oulainen
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Oulu Airport | OUL | Large Airport |
| Ylivieska Airfield | YLI | Medium Airport |
| Haapavesi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hailuoto Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kannus Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Raahe Pattijoki Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oulainen
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Oulaisten helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Oulaisten kirkko | |
| Oulaisten rauhanyhdistys |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Oulainen?
Oulainen has a population of 6,887 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 279.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oulainen?
Oulainen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow.