Kuopio weather and climate
Kuopio weather and climate
Day
-6 °C
Night
-12 °C
Precipitation
44 mm
in month
Rainy days
11 days
in month
Daylight
6 hours
average
Sunshine
0 hours
average
Humidity
88 %
Day
-6 °C
Night
-12 °C
Precipitation
44 mm
in month
Rainy days
11 days
in month
Daylight
6 hours
average
Sunshine
0 hours
average
Humidity
88 %
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Weather overview
Kuopio (Finland) in general has a cold continental climate. The day temperatures range from -6 °C (21 °F) in January to 22 °C (71 °F) in July. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 13 °C (55 °F), the lowest in January with -12 °C (11 °F). The driest month is April with just 8 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is December with 12 days of rain.
January weather
The minimum of the day temperature is observable, its value is -6 °C (21 °F) in Kuopio, and the night temperature is on its minimum too in this month. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value of 11 days.
February weather
The number of rainy days continues to descent, with its value of 9 days in Kuopio, while the rainfall amount is on its minimum, with its value of 32 mm (1.24 in). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed in this month. The day temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value being -5 °C (22 °F).
March weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 0 °C (32 °F) in Kuopio, while the night temperature rise's start could be observed. The number of rainy days continues to descent, the value of this measure is 8 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 3 hours.
April weather
The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable in April in Kuopio. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 6 °C (43 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of -2 °C (28 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 5 hours.
May weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 14 °C (58 °F) in Kuopio, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 4 °C (40 °F). The rainfall amount starts to rise in May. The tourist season slowly starts. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 7 hours. The minimum of the humidity is observable, the value of this measure is 65 %.
June weather
The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 19 °C (66 °F) in Kuopio, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 10 °C (50 °F). The tourist season continues this month. The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 10 days, while the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value of 65 mm (2.57 in). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value being 8 hours.
July weather
The day temperature is on its maximum, with its value being 22 °C (71 °F) in Kuopio, and the night temperature is on its maximum too, the value of this measure is 13 °C (55 °F). There is pending tourist season in July. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, and the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month as well, its value is 75 mm (2.94 in). The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed in this month.
August weather
There is pending tourist season this month in Kuopio. The maximum of the rainfall amount is observable, the value of this measure is 75 mm (2.94 in). The day temperature descent's start could be observed, and the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed too, its value is 11 °C (52 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, with its value of 3.
September weather
The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 13 °C (55 °F) in Kuopio, and the descent of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 6 °C (43 °F). The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value of 55 mm (2.17 in), and the number of rainy days starts to descent as well, its value is 11 days. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.
October weather
The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 12 days in Kuopio. The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 6 °C (43 °F), and the night temperature continues to descent as well, with its value of 2 °C (35 °F). The maximum of the wind speed is observable in October. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, its value is 2 hours.
November weather
The rainfall amount starts to descent, its value is 50 mm (1.97 in) in Kuopio. The descent of the night temperature can be observed, and the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 0 °C (32 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, the value of this measure is 1 hour. The maximum of the humidity can be noticed, the value of this measure is 90 %.
December weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is -4 °C (25 °F) in Kuopio, and the night temperature continues to descent as well, with its value being -9 °C (15 °F). The number of rainy days is on its maximum, with its value being 12 days, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value of 45 mm (1.77 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, with its value being 0 hours. The minimum of the day length is observable.
FAQs
How many hours of sun to expect in April in Kuopio?
There is an average length of sunshine of 5 hours per day in April in Kuopio.
What is the average number of rainy days in May in Kuopio?
In Kuopio in May, we can expect 8 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.9 days of the week, or in general - 27 % days.
Is June a good month to visit Kuopio?
There are good conditions for visiting in June in Kuopio. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 19 °C (66 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 10 °C (50 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What temperature can I expect during the day in July in Kuopio?
The average daily temperature in Kuopio in July is 22 °C (71 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
Is August part of the wet season in Kuopio?
No, there is no wet season in August in Kuopio - you can expect 11 days of rain during the month.
What is the air temperature in Kuopio in September at night?
The average night temperature in September in Kuopio is 6 °C (43 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.