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Ristijärvi, Finland
Kainuu · Finland
Ristijärvi is a small town in Kainuu, Finland with a population of 1,162. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
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About Ristijärvi
Ristijärven kirkonkylä is the administrative center of the Ristijärvi municipality in Kainuu, Finland, and also its only urban area with a population of less than 500. It is located along the Emäjoki River on the Hyrynsalmi route and on the southern shore of Lake Ristijärvi. The distance to Kajaani is about 55 kilometres (34 mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 1,162 |
| Population Density | 218 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.5000°, 28.2167° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | Kainuu |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.6 inches (649 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.0 inches (31 cm) |
About Ristijärvi
Ristijärvi is a small town in Finland (Kainuu) with a population of 1,162. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet (160 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 25.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.8°F |
| 36% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 218/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.5000°N, 28.2167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 32°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 35°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.8 in |
Ristijärvi has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 13°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Ristijärvi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ristijärven Keskuskoulu | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ristijärvi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaunislehdon talomuseo |
Gas Stations in Ristijärvi
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Ristijärvi
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 Ristijärvi
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kajaani Airport | KAJ | Medium Airport |
| Suomussalmi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ristijärvi
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ristijärven 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 Ristijärvi?
Ristijärvi has a population of 1,162 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 218 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ristijärvi?
Ristijärvi 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 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches, with 12.0 inches of snow.