When is the best time to go to Oulu?

When is the best time to go to Oulu? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Oulu are June, July and August
  • July is the hottest month
  • The coldest months are January and February
  • The rainiest months are July and August


Annual weather in Oulu

For full information about the climate and weather in Oulu a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 16°F/22°F
3in
February 16°F/23°F
2.7in
March 22°F/29°F
2.9in
April 32°F/40°F
2.4in
May 47°F/52°F
2.7in
June 56°F/61°F
2.7in
July 63°F/68°F
4.5in
August 58°F/65°F
4in
September 50°F/56°F
2.5in
October 38°F/43°F
2.6in
November 32°F/36°F
3.1in
December 23°F/29°F
3.4in


Weather and climate in Oulu

Oulu enjoys a subarctic climate (severe winter, no dry season and cool summer) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Oulu is 43°F (ranging from 22°F in january to 68°F in july). Annual rainfall is 36.3in, with a minimum of 2.4in in april and a maximum of 4.5in in july.
  • Between january and april the climate is very unfavorable. the thermometer goes up to 40°F°C.
  • In the month of may the climate is bad. By early evening, the temperature averages 49°F.
  • In the month of june the climate is just OK. The record temperature this month is 86°F and it rains about 2.7in each month.
  • Between the months of july and august the climate is favorable. the thermometer goes up to 65°F°C and, in august, 7 days of rain are expected.
  • In september the climate is just OK. It is for example 56°F as maximum temperature in september and it rains about 2.5in each month.
  • Between the months of october and december the climate is very unfavorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 25°F and it rains in december about 3.4in.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Oulu

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Oulu: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Oulu

Find out when Oulu has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Oulu

  • Very low season in Oulu
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March, April, October and November.
  • Low season in Oulu
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: May, September and December.
  • High season in Oulu
    The number of visitors to Oulu is high in: June and August.
  • Peak season in Oulu
    The largest number of tourists visiting Oulu is during: July.

Figure: Visitor index for Oulu month by month



Best time for low prices in Oulu

Average price of hiring a car in Oulu

On average, it costs $ 49 per day to hire a car in Oulu. This price varies by $ 11 depending on the month. In may, hiring a car costs an average of $ 44 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in december is $ 55.

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