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Parikkala, Finland
South Karelia · Finland
Parikkala is a small town in South Karelia, Finland with a population of 4,274. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
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About Parikkala
Parikkala is a municipality of Finland located in the province of Southern Finland and is part of the South Karelia region, 97 kilometres (60 mi) from Lappeenranta and 139 kilometres (86 mi) from Joensuu. The town center of Parikkala is about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) from the Russian border. The municipality has a population of 4,235 and covers an area of 760.71 square kilometres (293.71 sq mi) of which 167.78 km2 (64.78 sq mi) is water. The population density is 7.15 inhabitants per square kilometre (18.5/sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 4,274 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 328 ft (100 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.5500°, 29.5000° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | South Karelia |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.9 inches (607 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.4 inches (21 cm) |
About Parikkala
Parikkala is a small town in Finland (South Karelia) with a population of 4,274. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet (100 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.1°F |
| 29% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 328 ft (100 m) |
| Area | 589.5 sq mi (1,526.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.5500°N, 29.5000°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 29°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.0 in |
Parikkala has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 15°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (1.2").
Schools in Parikkala
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parikkalan lukio | — | — | — | — |
| Särkisalmen koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Kirjolan koulu | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Parikkala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koitsanlahden hovi | ||||
| Kotiseutumuseo | ||||
| Lusto - Finnish Forest Museum | ||||
| Parikkala Dairy Museum | ||||
| Parikkala Handicraft Centre | ||||
| Parikkala Local History Museum, Hauta-Olli’s Cottage |
Libraries in Parikkala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parikkalan kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Punkaharju Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rautjärven pääkirjasto | 0.0 |
Hotels in Parikkala
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Parikkala
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Parikkala
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Parikkala
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Parikkala
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Parikkala
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Parikkala
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Parikkala
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruunarinteet | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Parikkala
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kitee Airport | KTQ | Medium Airport |
| Savonlinna Airport | SVL | Medium Airport |
| Immola Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Punkaharju Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Parikkala
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parikkalan kirkko |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
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What is the population of Parikkala?
Parikkala has a population of 4,274 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 589.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Parikkala?
Parikkala has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.