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Sonkajärvi, Finland
North Savo · Finland
Sonkajärvi is a small town in North Savo, Finland with a population of 3,551. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
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About Sonkajärvi
Sonkajärvi is a municipality of Finland. It is located in North Savo region, 105 kilometres (65 mi) north of Kuopio. The municipality has a population of 3,521 and covers an area of 1,576.78 square kilometres (608.80 sq mi) of which 110.86 km2 (42.80 sq mi) is water. The population density is 2.4 inhabitants per square kilometre (6.2/sq mi). The municipality is unilingually Finnish.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,551 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.6667°, 27.5167° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | North Savo |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.9 inches (659 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.9 inches (25 cm) |
About Sonkajärvi
Sonkajärvi is a small town in Finland (North Savo) with a population of 3,551. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.9°F |
| 34% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 559.1 sq mi (1,448.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 63.6667°N, 27.5167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-10°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.9 in |
Sonkajärvi has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 13°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Sonkajärvi
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonkajärven lukio | — | — | — | — |
| Sonkajärven yhtenäiskoulu | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Sonkajärvi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Bottle Museum | ||||
| Kotiseututalo |
Libraries in Sonkajärvi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonkajärven kunnankirjasto | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Sonkajärvi
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sonkajärvi
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sonkajärvi
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sonkajärvi
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sonkajärvi
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Sonkajärvi
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tahko | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vimpelinvaaran laskettelurinne | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sonkajärvi
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kuopio Airport | KUO | Large Airport |
| Kajaani Airport | KAJ | Medium Airport |
| Iisalmi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lapinlahti Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rautavaara Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sonkajärvi
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sonkajärven helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Sonkajärven 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 Sonkajärvi?
Sonkajärvi has a population of 3,551 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 559.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sonkajärvi?
Sonkajärvi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches, with 9.9 inches of snow.