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Weather & Climate in Finland, MN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Finland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches. The area receives 94.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,473 feet.
Temperature
10°F Jan (-12°C)
65°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 39.0°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,473 ft (449 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.4321°N, 91.2560°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lake County County |
| Nearest Airport | Duluth International (DLH) 60 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 33.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 43.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 98.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | No Rating |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.7.
| Mar 19, 2018 | 75 km ESE of Atikokan, Canada | M2.7 | 135 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
34 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 6 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 78 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 87 km | 7.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF3 | 80 km | 17.2 mi | 2 |
| Oct 10, 2021 | EF2 | 99 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 85 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 70 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1969 | EF2 | 84 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 19, 2024 | EF1 | 99 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2020 | EF1 | 97 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 2017 | EF1 | 85 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1988 | EF1 | 77 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 5, 1987 | EF1 | 33 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 14, 1978 | EF1 | 74 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1976 | EF1 | 53 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 14, 1976 | EF1 | 91 km | 20.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1971 | EF1 | 75 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 26, 1958 | EF1 | 54 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 2024 | EF0 | 91 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | EF0 | 20 km | 4.2 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 2022 | EF0 | 84 km | 3.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PAGAMI CREEK (85,116 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | PAGAMI CREEK | 85,116 | 44 km |
| 2007 | HAM LAKE | 70,606 | 89 km |
| 2021 | GREENWOOD | 28,255 | 29 km |
| 2006 | CAVITY LAKE | 26,812 | 80 km |
| 1995 | SAG CORRIDOR | 13,842 | 95 km |
| 2005 | WEST ZONE RX BURN | 9,523 | 96 km |
| 1996 | WHITEFEATHER LAKE | 4,286 | 94 km |
| 1996 | SOUTH TEMPERANCE | 4,192 | 67 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 4,053 | 87 km |
| 2006 | FAMINE LAKE | 4,012 | 74 km |
| 2019 | NW SANDS UNITS I/F/C/A | 3,386 | 89 km |
| 1995 | LITTLE GABBRO | 3,145 | 55 km |
| 2010 | KEK SPIDER 302 | 3,039 | 70 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,682 | 89 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,240 | 88 km |
| 2006 | TURTLE LAKE | 2,167 | 50 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,116 | 91 km |
| 2006 | REDEYE | 1,613 | 81 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 1,581 | 92 km |
| 2021 | JOHN EK | 1,421 | 65 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°F (-12°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 15°F (-10°C) | 1.3 in |
Finland has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 10°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.8").