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Vaasa, Finland
Ostrobothnia · Finland
Vaasa is a mid-size city in Ostrobothnia, Finland with a population of 69,819. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 69,819 |
| Population Density | 186 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 63.0960°, 21.6158° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | Ostrobothnia |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.6 inches (524 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.5 inches (21 cm) |
About Vaasa
Vaasa is a mid-size city in Finland (Ostrobothnia) with a population of 69,819. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Climate in Vaasa
Vaasa has an average annual temperature of 4.6°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.6°C), the coldest is Feb (-6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.1°F |
| 28% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 375.4 sq mi (972.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 186/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 63.0960°N, 21.6158°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.7 in |
Vaasa has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 20°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.0").
Colleges & Universities in Vaasa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Åbo Akademi Vaasassa | University | - | , |
| Fria Kristliga Folkhögskolan | College | 1945 | Visit → |
| Hanken School of Economics | University | - | , |
| Novia University of Applied Sciences | College | - | , |
| Sairaalaopetus | College | - | , |
| University of Vaasa | University | - | Visit → |
| Vaasa University of Applied Sciences | College | - | , |
Schools in Vaasa
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onkilahden yhtenäiskoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Vaasan Rudolf Steiner -koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Onkilahden yhtenäiskoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Vaasan kristillinen koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Vasa gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Vasa övningsskola | - | - | - | - |
| Gerby skola | - | - | - | - |
| Länsimetsän koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Vaasan lyseon lukio | - | - | - | - |
| Vikinga lågstadium | - | - | - | - |
| Merenkurkun koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Keskuskoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Borgaregatans skola | - | - | - | - |
| Vamia Sampo-kampus | - | - | - | - |
| Vasa Övningsskolas Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Onkilahden yhtenäiskoulu | - | - | - | - |
| Isolahden koulu | - | - | - | - |
| Ammattiopisto Luovi Vaasa | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Vaasa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Vaasa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brage open-air museum | ||||
| Hannas stuga | ||||
| Järnåldersleden | ||||
| Kuntsi Museum of Modern Art | ||||
| Kvarkens Båtmuseum | ||||
| Ostrobothnian museum | ||||
| Söderfjärdenin Meteoriihi | ||||
| Stundars | ||||
| Tikanoja Art Museum | ||||
| Vaasa Car and Motor Museum | ||||
| Vaasa Maritime Museum | ||||
| Vanhan Vaasan museo | ||||
| Wasastjernan talo |
Libraries in Vaasa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Korsholms bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Korsholms huvudbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Meeting Place Huudi | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Koivulahti | 0.0 | |||||
| Malax Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Palosaaren kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Tritonia Academic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Vaasa Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Variskan kijasto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vaasa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kauppatori |
Hotels in Vaasa
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vaasa
72 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vaasa
20 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Vaasa
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Vaasa
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Vaasa
11 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Vaasa
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Vaasa
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Vaasa
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Vaasa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vaasa
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vaasa
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Vaasa
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Vaasa
8 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vaasa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Vaasa
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sotkan hiihto- ja ampumahiihtostadion | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sotkanrinteet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Öjberget | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Vaasa
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vaasa Airport | VAA | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Vaasa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posti |
Treatment Centers in Vaasa
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Folkhälsan | ||
| Pixnekliniken |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Vaasa
7 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Kvarken Archipelago | ||
| Kvarken Archipelago | ||
| Kvarken Archipelago | ||
| Kvarken Archipelago | ||
| Kvarken Archipelago | ||
| Kvarken Archipelago | ||
| Kvarken Archipelago |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vaasa
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Adventtikirkko | |
| Helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Holy Trinity Church | |
| Jehovan todistajien valtakunnansali | |
| Missionskyrkan i Vasa | |
| Myöhempien Aikojen Pyhien Jeesuksen Kristuksen Kirkko | |
| Palosaaren kirkko | |
| Pelastusarmeija Vaasa | |
| Pyhän Nikolaoksen kirkko | |
| Siunauskappeli | |
| Vaasa Finnish Baptist Church | |
| Vaasa Mosque | |
| Vaasan Cityseurakunta | |
| Vaasan metodistiseurakunta | |
| Vaasan Rauhanyhdistys | |
| Vaasan vapaaseurakunta | |
| Vasa baptistkyrka | |
| Vasa Sionförsamling | |
| Vetokannaksen kirkko |
Quick Facts
Around Vaasa
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Vaasa
26 places within 15 km
- • Hietasaaren uimaranta
- • Isolahden uimaranta
- • Karperö
- • Koirien uimaranta
- • Mansikkasaaren uimaranta
- + 3 more
- • Vaasan taidehalli
- • Wasa Graffitilandia
- • Ämmänmäki
- • Gerbynmäki
- • Häggnäsberget
- • Klockarsbacken
- • Mobergen
- + 6 more
- • Town Hall
- • Vaasan triviaalikoulu
- • Näset
- • Öjberget
- • Patteriniemi
🇫🇮 About Finland
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Vaasa
Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Vaasa
What is the population of Vaasa?
Vaasa has a population of 69,819 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 186 people per square mile, spread across 375.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vaasa?
Vaasa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow.