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Nurmes
City in North Karelia, Finland
Overview
Nurmes is a picturesque town situated on the shores of stunning lakes in North Karelia, Finland. Known for its serene landscapes, timber architecture, and rich Karelian culture, it offers a unique blend of nature and heritage. The town is ideal for visitors seeking tranquility, outdoor activities, and authentic Finnish experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Finland
Region
North Karelia
Population
9,130
Time Zone
Europe/Helsinki
Coordinates
63.54°, 29.14°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,715
Local Cost
$998
Local Income
$2,350
Cashless
94
English
72
Temperature
1.9°C
Summer Avg
15.0°C
Winter Avg
-10.7°C
Record High
30.5°C
Record Low
-39.4°C
Humidity
90%
Precipitation
895 mm
Internet Speed
47 Mbps
Upload
13 Mbps
Latency
58 ms
City Vibrancy
41
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
2
Parks
38
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
226.0
Airport
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Distance
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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