A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kemi vs. Graz for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kemi or Graz?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kemi and Graz. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Kemi or Graz?

Kemi

Kemi is a town on Bothnian Bay in Lapland, Finland. It's known for the massive Sampo icebreaker, a giant ship built to ply the Arctic waters. The main economic activity in Kemi is centered on two large paper and wood pulp mills and on the only chromium mine in Europe. Kemi also has a claim to fame as the home of the world's largest snow castle (reconstructed every year with a different design). The SnowCastle is usually located at the inner harbor of Kemi.

Graz

Graz is the second largest city in Austria and the capital of Styria. The city has at least six different universities, and a large portion of the city's population is actually made up of students.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Finland, The Best Christmas Market Tours in Austria, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Austria.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kemi and Graz, we can see that Kemi is more expensive. And not only is Graz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Graz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Graz and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Kemi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kemi than you might in Graz.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kemi Expensive? and Is Graz Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Kemi or Graz?

Graz has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Kemi. When comparing the sizes of Kemi and Graz, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Kemi or Graz?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Kemi or Graz in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kemi and Graz. Also, many travelers come to Graz for the family-friendly experiences.

Kemi is cooler than Graz in the summer. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around 15°C (60°F) in July, and Graz fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Graz this time of the year. In Kemi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Kemi usually receives more sunshine than Graz during summer. Kemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Graz receives 236 hours of full sun in the summer.

Graz receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Kemi usually receives less rain than Graz. Kemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Graz receives 126 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Kemi or Graz in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Kemi as well as Graz. Also, many visitors come to Graz in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Kemi. In the autumn, Kemi is much colder than Graz. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kemi in October average around 2°C (36°F), and Graz averages at about 13°C (55°F).

In the autumn, Kemi often gets less sunshine than Graz. Kemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Graz receives 139 hours of full sun.

Kemi usually gets more rain in October than Graz. Kemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Graz receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kemi or Graz in the Winter?

Both Graz and Kemi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Graz for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Graz can be very cold during winter. Kemi can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Kemi is generally much colder than Graz. Daily temperatures in Kemi average around -12°C (10°F), and Graz fluctuates around 1°C (34°F).

Kemi usually receives less sunshine than Graz during winter. Kemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies, while Graz receives 95 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Kemi usually receives more rain than Graz. Kemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Graz receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Kemi or Graz in the Spring?

Both Graz and Kemi during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Graz because of the natural beauty.

Kemi can be very cold during spring. Kemi is much colder than Graz in the spring. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around -1°C (31°F) in April, and Graz fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In the spring, Kemi often gets more sunshine than Graz. Kemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Graz receives 158 hours of full sun.

Kemi usually gets less rain in April than Graz. Kemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Graz receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Graz and Kemi