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Sotkamo, Finland
Kainuu · Finland
Sotkamo is a small city in Kainuu, Finland with a population of 10,164. Elevation: 440 ft (134 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,164 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 440 ft (134 m) |
| Coordinates | 64.1333°, 28.4167° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | Kainuu |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.0 inches (634 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.4 inches (24 cm) |
About Sotkamo
Sotkamo is a small city in Finland (Kainuu) with a population of 10,164. The city sits at an elevation of 440 feet (134 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Climate in Sotkamo
Sotkamo has an average annual temperature of 2.2°C (36°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 993 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.2°F |
| 35% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 440 ft (134 m) |
| Area | 1,361.2 sq mi (3,525.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.1333°N, 28.4167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.8 in |
Sotkamo has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 13°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Sotkamo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salmelan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Sotkamon lukio | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Sotkamo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huovishuone | ||||
| Kotiseutumuseo |
Libraries in Sotkamo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sotkamon kirjasto | 0.0 |
Hotels in Sotkamo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sotkamo
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sotkamo
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sotkamo
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Sotkamo
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sotkamo
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sotkamo
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sotkamo
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sotkamo
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sotkamo
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sotkamo
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sotkamo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haapala Brewey |
Stadiums & Teams in Sotkamo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sotkamo
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vuokatinrinteet | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Saukkovaaran laskettelukeskus | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Paljakan matkailu- ja hiihtokeskus | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hiihtokeskus Ukkohalla | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sotkamo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kajaani Airport | KAJ | Medium Airport |
| Rautavaara Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Suomussalmi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sotkamo
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sotkamon kirkko | |
| Sotkamon Saalem-seurakunta |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Sotkamo?
Sotkamo has a population of 10,164 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 1,361.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sotkamo?
Sotkamo 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 61°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.