When is the best time to go to Oulu
The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Oulu, Finland. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.
Average temperatures in Oulu
Oulu weather by month
Please note our recommendations for when to visit Oulu are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.
January
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -7°C | 35mm | 0.8hrs | 7.6hrs | 1°C |
January in Oulu is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being very cold.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Oulu for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
January is in the winter in Oulu and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing -8°C (19°F), whilst at night -16°C (4°F) is normal.
On average January is the driest month of the year in Oulu with around 35mm 1.4 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 18 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 0.8 hours of sunshine per day.
February
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -6°C | 26mm | 2.1hrs | 10.2hrs | -0°C |
February in Oulu is generally dry with the temperature being very cold.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Oulu.
February is in the winter in Oulu and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing -7°C (20°F), whilst at night -15°C (5°F) is normal.
On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Oulu with around 26mm 1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 16 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 2.1 hours of sunshine per day.
March
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1°C | 29mm | 4.1hrs | 13.3hrs | -1°C |
The weather in March in Oulu is characteristically cold and dry.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Oulu.
March is in the spring in Oulu and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing -2°C (29°F), whilst at night -10°C (14°F) is normal.
On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Oulu with around 29mm 1.1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 15 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.1 hours of sunshine per day.
April
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4°C | 24mm | 6.8hrs | 17.2hrs | -0°C |
Oulu's weather in April is typically cool and dry in nature.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Oulu, with some extremely good weather at this time of year.
April is in the spring in Oulu and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 4°C (40°F), whilst at night -4°C (26°F) is normal.
On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Oulu with around 24mm 0.9 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 12 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.
May
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11°C | 35mm | 4.4hrs | 9.8hrs | 2°C |
May is a reasonably dry month in Oulu and the temperature is generally cool.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Oulu, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.
May is in the spring in Oulu and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 12°C (53°F), whilst at night 3°C (37°F) is normal.
On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Oulu with around 35mm 1.4 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.4 hours of sunshine per day.
June
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16°C | 47mm | 0hrs | 7.6hrs | 7°C |
June is a reasonably dry month in Oulu and the temperature is generally mild.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Oulu, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.
June is in the summer in Oulu and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 18°C (64°F), whilst at night 8°C (47°F) is normal.
On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Oulu with around 47mm 1.8 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 12 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 0 hours of sunshine per day.
July
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18°C | 62mm | 0hrs | 10.2hrs | 12°C |
July in Oulu is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being mild.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Oulu, with some very good weather at this time of year.
July is in the summer in Oulu and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 20°C (69°F), whilst at night 11°C (52°F) is normal.
On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Oulu with around 62mm 2.4 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 14 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 0 hours of sunshine per day.
August
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16°C | 64mm | 7.7hrs | 13.3hrs | 14°C |
The weather in August in Oulu is characteristically mild and reasonably dry.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Oulu, with some very good weather at this time of year.
August is in the summer in Oulu and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 18°C (64°F), whilst at night 9°C (49°F) is normal.
On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Oulu with around 64mm 2.5 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 15 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.
September
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11°C | 53mm | 4.6hrs | 17.2hrs | 11°C |
Oulu's weather in September is typically cool and reasonably dry in nature.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of pretty acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Oulu.
September is in the fall / autumn in Oulu and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 12°C (53°F), whilst at night 5°C (40°F) is normal.
On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Oulu with around 53mm 2.1 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 16 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.6 hours of sunshine per day.
October
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5°C | 51mm | 2.7hrs | 9.8hrs | 8°C |
October is a reasonably dry month in Oulu and the temperature is generally cool.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of relatively acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Oulu.
October is in the fall / autumn in Oulu and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 6°C (42°F), whilst at night 0°C (32°F) is normal.
On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Oulu with around 51mm 2 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 17 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 2.7 hours of sunshine per day.
November
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1°C | 42mm | 1.3hrs | 7.6hrs | 5°C |
November in Oulu is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being cold.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Oulu for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
November is in the fall / autumn in Oulu and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing -1°C (30°F), whilst at night -6°C (21°F) is normal.
On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Oulu with around 42mm 1.7 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 18 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 1.3 hours of sunshine per day.
December
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -5°C | 37mm | 0.5hrs | 10.2hrs | 3°C |
December in Oulu is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being cold.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Oulu for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
December is in the winter in Oulu and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing -5°C (23°F), whilst at night -12°C (10°F) is normal.
On average December is the wettest month of the year in Oulu with around 37mm 1.4 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 18 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 0.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Other monthly averages
Oulu weather stats
| Hottest month: | July | 20.1°C 68.2°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | April | 24mm 0.9ins |
| Sunniest month: | June | 0hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | -7.7°C 18.1°F |
| Wettest month: | August | 64mm 2.5ins |
| Warmest sea: | August | 13.6°C 56.5°F |
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