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Paltamo, Finland
Kainuu · Finland
Paltamo is a small town in Kainuu, Finland with a population of 2,972. Elevation: 492 ft (150 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
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About Paltamo
Paltamo is a municipality of Finland. It is part of the Kainuu region. The municipality has a population of 2,941
(31 December 2025) and covers an area of 1,139.12 square kilometres (439.82 sq mi) of
which 220.23 km2 (85.03 sq mi)
is water. The population density is
3.2 inhabitants per square kilometre (8.3/sq mi). There are two built-up areas in the municipality: Kontiomäki and Paltamo. Kontiomäki has about 600 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,972 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 492 ft (150 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.4167°, 27.8333° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | Kainuu |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.7 inches (601 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.6 inches (22 cm) |
About Paltamo
Paltamo is a small town in Finland (Kainuu) with a population of 2,972. The city sits at an elevation of 492 feet (150 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Climate in Paltamo
Paltamo has an average annual temperature of 2.4°C (36°F). The hottest month is Jul (16°C), the coldest is Feb (-9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 549 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.0°F |
| 35% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 492 ft (150 m) |
| Area | 996.5 sq mi (2,581.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.4167°N, 27.8333°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 32°F (0°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.6 in |
Paltamo has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 13°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.2").
Schools in Paltamo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paltamon lukio | — | — | — | — |
| Korpitien koulu | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Paltamo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kainuun Museo | ||||
| Paltamon kotiseutumuseo | ||||
| Taidemuseo |
Libraries in Paltamo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kajaanin pääkirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| KAMK Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lohtaja Kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Paltamon pääkirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Paltamon pääkirjasto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paltamo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kauppatori |
Hotels in Paltamo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Paltamo
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Paltamo
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Paltamo
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Paltamo
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paltamo
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Paltamo
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Paltamo
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Paltamo
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Paltamo
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vuokatinrinteet | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vimpelinvaaran laskettelurinne | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Saukkovaaran laskettelukeskus | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Paljakan matkailu- ja hiihtokeskus | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hiihtokeskus Ukkohalla | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Paltamo
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kajaani Airport | KAJ | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paltamo
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Paltamon helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Paltamon kirkko | |
| Paltamon tsasouna |
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Public Holidays in Finland
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What is the population of Paltamo?
Paltamo has a population of 2,972 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 996.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paltamo?
Paltamo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.