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Varkaus, Finland
North Savo · Finland
Varkaus is a small city in North Savo, Finland with a population of 19,603. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 19,603 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.3153°, 27.8730° |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
| Country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| State / Province | North Savo |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.7 inches (626 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.9 inches (25 cm) |
About Varkaus
Varkaus is a small city in Finland (North Savo) with a population of 19,603. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Helsinki.
Climate in Varkaus
Varkaus has an average annual temperature of 3.6°C (38°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-10.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 939 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.4°F |
| 31% below Finland avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 320.4 sq mi (829.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.3153°N, 27.8730°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 38°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.0 in |
Varkaus has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 15°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Varkaus
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savonia, Varkauden kampus | College | — | — |
Schools in Varkaus
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varkauden lukio | — | — | — | — |
| Savon ammattiopiston Varkauden kampus | — | — | — | — |
| Könönpellon koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Waltterin koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Luttilan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Kuvansin koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Timolan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Lehtoniemen koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Puurtilan koulu | — | — | — | — |
| Repokankaan koulu | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Varkaus
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karhulahti kotiseutumuseo | ||||
| Leppävirran museo | ||||
| Taipaleen kanavamuseo | ||||
| The Mechanical Music Museum | ||||
| Varkauden museokeskus Konsti | ||||
| Varkauden museot |
Libraries in Varkaus
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joroisten kirjasto - Toenperän kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Leppävirran kirjasto | 0.0 | |||||
| Varkauden kaupunginkirjasto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Varkaus
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leppävirran tori | |||||
| Päiviönsaaren tori | |||||
| Taulumäentori |
Hotels in Varkaus
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Varkaus
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Varkaus
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Varkaus
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Varkaus
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Varkaus
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Varkaus
11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Varkaus
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Varkaus
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Varkaus
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tornimäen laskettelukeskus | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Pääskyvuori | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Puijon hyppyrimäet | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Varkaus
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kuopio Airport | KUO | Large Airport |
| Mikkeli Airport | MIK | Medium Airport |
| Varkaus Airport | VRK | Medium Airport |
| Pistohiekan Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Rantasalmi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Varkaus
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Harjurannan luontokirkko | |
| Jehovan todistajien valtakunnansali | |
| Kristuksen taivaaseen astumisen kirkko | |
| Varkauden helluntaiseurakunta | |
| Varkauden ja ympäristön rauhanyhdistys | |
| Varkauden pääkirkko | |
| Varkauden vapaaseurakunta |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Finland
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Varkaus
What is the population of Varkaus?
Varkaus has a population of 19,603 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 320.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Varkaus?
Varkaus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 9.9 inches of snow.