Coldest Cities in Finland

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Finland

1 Inari 19 30°F

2 Kittilä 19 30°F

3 Sodankylä 19 30°F

4 Pyhäjärvi 19 31°F

5 Kuusamo 17 31°F

6 Kemijärvi 19 32°F

7 Rovaniemi 19 33°F

8 Saarenkylä 19 33°F

9 Suomussalmi 18 34°F

10 Pudasjärvi 17 34°F

11 Kemi 19 34°F

12 Keminmaa 19 34°F

13 Kuhmo 18 34°F

14 Tornio 19 35°F

15 Ii 17 35°F

16 Kajaani 18 35°F

17 Vuokatti 18 35°F

18 Sotkamo 18 35°F

19 Kiiminki 17 35°F

20 Nurmes 12 35°F

21 Lieksa 12 36°F

22 Muhos 17 36°F

23 Haapavesi 17 36°F

24 Oulainen 17 36°F

25 Kalajoki 17 36°F

26 Kontiolahti 12 36°F

27 Eno 12 36°F

28 Ylivieska 17 36°F

29 Kannus 16 36°F

30 Nivala 17 36°F

31 Raahe 17 36°F

32 Kiuruvesi 11 36°F

33 Haapajärvi 17 37°F

34 Lapinlahti 11 37°F

35 Iisalmi 11 37°F

36 Juankoski 11 37°F

37 Outokumpu 12 37°F

38 Nilsiä 11 37°F

39 Pyhäselkä 12 37°F

40 Ähtäri 14 37°F

41 Kitee 12 37°F

42 Joensuu 12 37°F

43 Liperi 12 37°F

44 Alajärvi 14 37°F

45 Suonenjoki 11 37°F

46 Saarijärvi 13 37°F

47 Suolahti 13 37°F

48 Leppävirta 11 37°F

49 Pieksämäki 10 37°F

50 Älajärvi 14 37°F

51 Kronoby 15 37°F

52 Alavus 14 37°F

53 Siilinjärvi 11 37°F

54 Varkaus 11 37°F

55 Kokkola 16 37°F

56 Viitasaari 13 38°F

57 Kauhava 14 38°F

58 Lapua 14 38°F

59 Äänekoski 13 38°F

60 Laukaa 13 38°F

61 Kuopio 11 38°F

62 Keuruu 13 38°F

63 Parkano 06 38°F

64 Virrat 06 38°F

65 Juva 10 38°F

66 Jakobstad 15 38°F

67 Larsmo 15 38°F

68 Pedersöre 15 38°F

69 Mikkeli 10 38°F

70 Jyväskylä 13 38°F

71 Vilppula 06 38°F

72 Jalasjärvi 14 38°F

73 Mänttä 06 38°F

74 Korpilahti 13 38°F

75 Kangasniemi 10 38°F

76 Seinäjoki 14 38°F

77 Nykarleby 15 38°F

78 Kerimäki 10 38°F

79 Jämsänkoski 13 38°F

80 Orivesi 06 38°F

81 Jämsä 13 38°F

82 Ilmajoki 14 38°F

83 Lammi 05 38°F

84 Muurame 13 38°F

85 Jääli 17 39°F

86 Vanhatulli 17 39°F

87 Ristiina 10 39°F

88 Liminka 17 39°F

89 Kurikka 14 39°F

90 Oulunsalo 17 39°F

91 Toppila 17 39°F

92 Kello 17 39°F

93 Kempele 17 39°F

94 Vörå 15 39°F

95 Tyrnävä 17 39°F

96 Kaakkuri 17 39°F

97 Haukipudas 17 39°F

98 Oulu 17 39°F

99 Tuira 17 39°F

100 Mäntyharju 10 39°F

The coldest cities in Finland experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Inari has an average annual temperature of just 30°F.

Cold-climate cities often feature distinct four-season lifestyles with winter sports, fall foliage, and summer outdoor recreation. Many residents value the seasonal changes and outdoor activities that come with colder climates, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Living in cold-climate cities typically means higher heating costs, the need for winter-ready vehicles and clothing, and seasonal challenges like snow removal. However, these cities often compensate with lower costs of living, less crowding, and strong community bonds forged through shared seasonal experiences.

Did You Know?

1. At 30°F average, Inari experiences temperatures well below freezing for months each year.
2. Cold-climate cities often have underground walkway systems, enclosed skyways, or heated bus shelters to help residents navigate harsh winters.
3. Despite the cold, many of these cities rank high in quality of life due to strong economies, good schools, and vibrant cultural scenes.

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