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Rautjärvi, Finland
South Karelia · Finland
Rautjärvi is a small town in South Karelia, Finland with a population of 4,316. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
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About Rautjärvi
Rautjärvi is a municipality in the South Karelia region of Finland. The municipality has a population of 2,888
(31 December 2025) and covers an area of 401.89 square kilometres (155.17 sq mi) of
which 50.25 km2 (19.40 sq mi)
is water. The population density is
8.22 inhabitants per square kilometre (21.3/sq mi). More than half of Rautjärvi's residents live in Simpele, the administrative center of the municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,316 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.4346°, 29.3715° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | South Karelia |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (618 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.5 inches (22 cm) |
About Rautjärvi
Rautjärvi is a small town in Finland (South Karelia) with a population of 4,316. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet (92 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.5°F |
| 29% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 302 ft (92 m) |
| Area | 198.4 sq mi (513.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.4346°N, 29.3715°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.4 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 | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 20°F (-6°C) | 2.1 in |
Rautjärvi has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 16°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (1.2").
Museums in Rautjärvi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koitsanlahden hovi | ||||
| Kollaa ja Simo Häyhä -museo | ||||
| Parikkala Dairy Museum | ||||
| Parikkala Handicraft Centre | ||||
| Parikkala Local History Museum, Hauta-Olli’s Cottage |
Libraries in Rautjärvi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parikkalan kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Rautjärven pääkirjasto | 0.0 |
Cafes in Rautjärvi
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Rautjärvi
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruunarinteet | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Rautjärvi
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kitee Airport | KTQ | Medium Airport |
| Savonlinna Airport | SVL | Medium Airport |
| Gromovo Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Immola Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Punkaharju Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rautjärvi
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Simpeleen 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 Rautjärvi?
Rautjärvi has a population of 4,316 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 198.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rautjärvi?
Rautjärvi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow.