Sysmä, Finland
Paijat-Hame · Finland
Sysmä is a small town in Paijat-Hame, Finland with a population of 3,393. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Sysmä
Sysmä is a municipality of Finland. It is situated in the Päijät-Häme region. The municipality has a population of 3,367
(31 December 2025) and covers an area of 936.18 square kilometres (361.46 sq mi) of
which 269.14 km2 (103.92 sq mi)
is water. The population density is
5.05 inhabitants per square kilometre (13.1/sq mi). Neighbouring municipalities are Asikkala, Hartola, Heinola, Kuhmoinen, Luhanka, and Padasjoki. The municipality is unilingually Finnish.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,393 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 243 ft (74 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.5000°, 25.6833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | Paijat-Hame |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.5 inches (597 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.8 inches (20 cm) |
About Sysmä
Sysmä is a small town in Finland (Paijat-Hame) with a population of 3,393. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.8°F |
| 28% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 243 ft (74 m) |
| Area | 292.3 sq mi (756.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.5000°N, 25.6833°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.8 in |
Sysmä has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 17°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Sysmä
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sysmän lukio | - | - | - | - |
| Sysmän Yhteiskoulu | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Sysmä
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suomen Harmonikkamuseo | ||||
| Sysmän kotiseutumuseo |
Libraries in Sysmä
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sysmän kunnankirjasto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sysmä
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyvien Ihmisten tori |
Hotels in Sysmä
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sysmä
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sysmä
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sysmä
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sysmä
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sysmä
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sysmä
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sysmä
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sysmä
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Sysmä
6 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salpausselän hyppyrimäet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Karpalon hyppyrimäet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Messilä Skicenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hiihtokeskus Himosvuori | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Luoteis-Himos | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Riihivuori Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sysmä
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lahti Vesivehmaa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leivonmäki Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sysmä
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sysmän helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Sysmän Pyhän Olavin kirkko |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sysmä
What is the population of Sysmä?
Sysmä has a population of 3,393 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 292.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sysmä?
Sysmä has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.
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