Punkaharju, Finland
South Savo · Finland
Punkaharju is a small town in South Savo, Finland with a population of 3,715. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 38°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 Punkaharju
Punkaharju is a former municipality of Finland. It was consolidated with the town of Savonlinna on January 1, 2013.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,715 |
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.7588°, 29.3884° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | South Savo |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.5 inches (598 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.4 inches (24 cm) |
About Punkaharju
Punkaharju is a small town in Finland (South Savo) with a population of 3,715. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.0°F |
| 30% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.7588°N, 29.3884°E |
| 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) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.0 in |
Punkaharju has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 15°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (1.2").
Schools in Punkaharju
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punkaharjun koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Punkaharjun koulu | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Punkaharju
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johanna Oras Art Manor | ||||
| Kerimaki Local Museum | ||||
| Kotiseutumuseo | ||||
| Lusto - Finnish Forest Museum | ||||
| Parikkala Dairy Museum | ||||
| Parikkala Handicraft Centre | ||||
| Parikkala Local History Museum, Hauta-Olli’s Cottage |
Libraries in Punkaharju
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library Kerimaki | 0.0 | |||||
| Parikkalan kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Punkaharju Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Punkaharju
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerimäki market place |
Hotels in Punkaharju
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Punkaharju
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Punkaharju
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Punkaharju
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Punkaharju
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Punkaharju
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Punkaharju
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruunarinteet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Punkaharju
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 Punkaharju
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Punkaharjun helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Punkaharjun kirkko |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Punkaharju?
Punkaharju has a population of 3,715 residents and is located in Finland..
What is the weather like in Punkaharju?
Punkaharju 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 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches, with 9.4 inches of snow.
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