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Ruokolahti, Finland
South Karelia · Finland
Ruokolahti is a small town in South Karelia, Finland with a population of 4,721. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
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About Ruokolahti
Ruokolahti is a municipality of Finland, situated in south-eastern Finland, in the region of South Karelia. Neighbouring municipalities are Imatra, Lappeenranta, Taipalsaari, Puumala, Sulkava, Punkaharju, Parikkala and Rautjärvi. Ruokolahti covers an area of 1,219.85 square kilometres (470.99 sq mi) of which 23% is water.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,721 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.2833°, 28.8333° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | South Karelia |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.0 inches (636 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.4 inches (24 cm) |
About Ruokolahti
Ruokolahti is a small town in Finland (South Karelia) with a population of 4,721. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet (68 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.8°F |
| 28% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 558.8 sq mi (1,447.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.2833°N, 28.8333°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.4 in |
Ruokolahti has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 17°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.3").
Schools in Ruokolahti
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEP-koulutus, Ruokolahden kampus | — | — | — | — |
| Ruokolahden koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Vuoksenniskan koulukeskus | — | — | — | — |
| Ruokolahden koulu, Metsolan toimipiste | — | — | — | — |
| Saimaan ammattiopisto Sampo, Ruokolahden toimipiste | — | — | — | — |
| Virmutjoen koulu | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ruokolahti
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ruokolahti
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Border Control museum | ||||
| Etelä-Karjalan Automuseo | ||||
| Karjalainen kotitalo | ||||
| Kotiseutumuseo | ||||
| Teollisuustyöväen asuntomuseo | ||||
| Veteran’s Home Museum | ||||
| Virkin salotupa |
Libraries in Ruokolahti
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library Imatra | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Korvenkylä | 0.0 | |||||
| Ruokolahden kunnankirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Vuoksenniskan kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Светогорская детская библиотека | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ruokolahti
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imatrankosken tori | |||||
| Ruokolahden tori |
Hotels in Ruokolahti
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ruokolahti
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ruokolahti
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ruokolahti
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ruokolahti
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ruokolahti
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ruokolahti
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ruokolahti
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Ruokolahti
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruunarinteet | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Ruokolahti
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lappeenranta Airport | LPP | Large Airport |
| Savonlinna Airport | SVL | Medium Airport |
| Immola Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Punkaharju Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ruokolahti
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posti |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ruokolahti
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kolmen Ristin Kirkko | |
| Ruokolahti church |
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Public Holidays in Finland
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What is the population of Ruokolahti?
Ruokolahti has a population of 4,721 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 558.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ruokolahti?
Ruokolahti has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°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 9.4 inches of snow.