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Salla, Finland
Lapland · Finland
Salla is a small town in Lapland, Finland with a population of 3,235. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Salla
Salla, known as Kuolajärvi until 1936, is a municipality of Finland, located in Lapland. The municipality has a population of 3,231
(31 December 2025) and covers an area of 5,873.08 square kilometres (2,267.61 sq mi) of
which 142.73 km2 (55.11 sq mi)
is water. The population density is
0.56 inhabitants per square kilometre (1.5/sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 3,235 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 646 ft (197 m) |
| Coordinates | 66.8333°, 28.6667° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | Lapland |
| Average Temperature | 30°F (-1°C) |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.1 inches (560 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.2 inches (26 cm) |
About Salla
Salla is a small town in Finland (Lapland) with a population of 3,235. The city sits at an elevation of 646 feet (197 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 30°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from 8°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Climate in Salla
Salla has an average annual temperature of 0.6°C (33°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 526 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 30.4°F |
| 44% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 646 ft (197 m) |
| Area | 2,235.6 sq mi (5,790.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.8333°N, 28.6667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-14°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 9°F (-13°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 1.5 in |
Salla has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 8°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Salla
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sallatunturin koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Ammattiopisto Lappia, Sallan toimipiste | - | - | - | - |
| Kirkonkylän koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Sallan lukio | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Salla
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Salla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sallan sota- ja jälleenrakennusajan museo |
Libraries in Salla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sallan kunnankirjasto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Salla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sallan tori |
Hotels in Salla
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Salla
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Salla
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Salla
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Salla
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Salla
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rukatunturi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Suomutunturi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Salla Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Post Offices in Salla
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posti Salla 98900 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Salla
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Salla | |
| Sallan helluntaiseurakunta |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Salla
What is the population of Salla?
Salla has a population of 3,235 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,235.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salla?
Salla has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches, with 10.2 inches of snow.