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Posio, Finland
Lapland · Finland
Posio is a small town in Lapland, Finland with a population of 2,872. Elevation: 837 ft (255 m). Average temperature: 31°F (-0°C).
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About Posio
Posio is a municipality of Finland.
It is located in the province of Lapland. The municipality has a population of 2,826
(31 December 2025) and covers an area of 3,544.90 square kilometres (1,368.69 sq mi) of
which 506.14 km2 (195.42 sq mi)
is water. The population density is
0.93 inhabitants per square kilometre (2.4/sq mi). Neighbour municipalities are Rovaniemi, Kemijärvi, Ranua, Salla, Kuusamo, Taivalkoski and Pudasjärvi.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,872 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Coordinates | 66.1086°, 28.1719° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | Lapland |
| Average Temperature | 31°F (-0°C) |
| January Average | 8°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.0 inches (634 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.3 inches (31 cm) |
About Posio
Posio is a small town in Finland (Lapland) with a population of 2,872. The city sits at an elevation of 837 feet (255 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 31°F (-0°C). Temperatures range from 8°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 31.4°F |
| 42% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 1,602.2 sq mi (4,149.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.1086°N, 28.1719°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-13°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 10°F (-12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 12°F (-11°C) | 1.9 in |
Posio has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 8°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.3").
Schools in Posio
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Posion lukio | — | — | — | — |
| Posion peruskoulu | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Posio
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Posio
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahvikuppimuseo | ||||
| Pentik Kotimuseo |
Libraries in Posio
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Posion Kunnankirjasto | 0.0 |
Hotels in Posio
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Posio
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Posio
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Posio
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Posio
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Posio
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taivalvaaran Hiihtokeskus | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Taivalkoski ski jumping hill | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kiri slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Suomutunturi | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Salla Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Post Offices in Posio
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posti 97900 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Posio
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Posion helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Posion kirkko | |
| Posion rauhanyhdistys | |
| Seurakuntatalo | |
| Valtakunnansali |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Posio
What is the population of Posio?
Posio has a population of 2,872 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,602.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Posio?
Posio has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 12.3 inches of snow.