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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Finland for your holiday.
Climate Overview
-15 °C to 22 °C
1 °C to 17 °C
0.75 – 3.23 in (6 – 20 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 2 °C (Oulu) and 6 °C (Helsinki)
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Geographical location
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In the north of Europe is the Republic of Finland. About 5.4 million people live on an area of about 210000 square miles. Thus, the population density is only 16 inhabitants per square kilometre.
The Scandinavian country borders Russia, Norway, Sweden and the Baltic Sea. The capital of Finland is Helsinki. 92 percent of the population speak Finnish, 6 percent speak Swedish. Both are official languages.
Climate in Finland
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There are several climate zones in Finland. In the west and southwest one has a maritime climate, in the northern and eastern areas rather a continental climate. The capital Helsinki is located in southern Finland. Maximum temperatures of 20 °C can be reached here. In winter, temperatures drop to minus 7 °C in January and February.
In the interior, however, you can feel the continental climate. In summer, maximum temperatures of up to 30 °C can be reached here. The coastal areas have lower temperatures. In the polar region the sun does not set in summer for 10 days, temperatures of more than 25 °C are to be expected here. The winter months in Finland are very cold.
In the south the sea freezes over and the whole country remains snow-covered in winter. Frosty temperatures of –15 °C are not uncommon.
Best Time to Visit Finland: Overview
JanuaryJan MaximumMax. –1 °C Water max. 2 °C | FebruaryFeb MaximumMax. –2 °C Water max. 1 °C | MarchMar MaximumMax. 2 °C Water max. 1 °C | AprilApr MaximumMax. 8 °C Water max. 2 °C | MayMay MaximumMax. 15 °C Water max. 5 °C | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Helsinki Lappeenranta Oulu |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Helsinki Lappeenranta Oulu | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Helsinki Lappeenranta Oulu | SeptemberSep MaximumMax. 15 °C Water max. 14 °C | OctoberOct MaximumMax. 9 °C Water max. 11 °C | NovemberNov MaximumMax. 4 °C Water max. 7 °C | DecemberDec MaximumMax. 1 °C Water max. 3 °C |
When to travel to Finland?
The dreamlike Finnish summer fascinates travellers year after year. Short nights create plenty of light and time for exploring the breathtaking nature. The summer months of June to August are the best time to travel in Finland. During this time, there are also the famous polar days when the sun does not set.
Also the winters attract more and more tourists, from December to April many people travel to Finland to experience the world-famous northern lights and the polar winter. The northern region of Lapland in particular attracts many travellers. The capital Helsinki can be visited all year round. But if you want to explore the city in good weather and do without a winter jacket, you should trust in the best travel time.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Finland) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Helsinki | June, July, and August |
| Lappeenranta | June, July, and August |
| Oulu | June, July, and August |
Climate Charts Finland
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Helsinki
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Finland
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Finland, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation in Helsinki (Finland)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | -1° | -2° | 2° | 8° | 14° | 19° | 22° | 20° | 15° | 9° | 4° | 1° |
| Night Temperature | -7° | -7° | -4° | 1° | 6° | 11° | 14° | 13° | 9° | 4° | -1° | -5° |
| Water Temperature | 2° | 1° | 1° | 2° | 5° | 9° | 15° | 17° | 14° | 10° | 7° | 3° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 2.05 | 1.42 | 1.5 | 1.26 | 1.46 | 2.24 | 2.48 | 3.15 | 2.2 | 2.99 | 2.76 | 2.28 |
| Rainy days | 19 | 17 | 15 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Helsinki is 6 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (17.9 °C)
Coldest month: February (-4.7 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Helsinki is 17 °C. Comfortable bathing is possible at water temperatures of about 21 °C.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
August
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 25.79 inch on 182 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, March, April, October, November, and December
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Lappeenranta (Finland)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | -7° | -6° | -0° | 6° | 15° | 20° | 21° | 19° | 13° | 7° | 1° | -4° |
| Night Temperature | -13° | -12° | -8° | -2° | 5° | 10° | 12° | 11° | 6° | 2° | -3° | -9° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.46 | 1.14 | 1.3 | 1.22 | 1.22 | 1.97 | 2.64 | 3.23 | 2.8 | 2.52 | 2.28 | 1.97 |
| Rainy days | 10 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 12 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Lappeenranta is 3.6 °C.Warmest month: July (16.7 °C)
Coldest month: January (-9.4 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 23.74 inch on 118 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: all except June, July, August, and September
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 4.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Oulu (Finland)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | -7° | -7° | -2° | 5° | 12° | 18° | 20° | 18° | 12° | 6° | -1° | -5° |
| Night Temperature | -15° | -15° | -10° | -3° | 3° | 9° | 11° | 10° | 5° | 0° | -6° | -12° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.02 | 0.83 | 0.91 | 0.75 | 1.18 | 1.69 | 2.24 | 2.56 | 1.89 | 1.65 | 1.22 | 1.1 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Oulu is 2 °C.Warmest month: July (16 °C)
Coldest month: January (-11.1 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 17.05 inch on 98 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: all except June, July, and August
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 9.6 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 4.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
The capital Helsinki in particular has a lot to offer culturally. The cityscape is very much influenced by classicism. Helsinki Cathedral is an absolute landmark and highlight of the city. Suomenlinna Fortress was built in 1748 on several offshore islands. It can be reached from the market place of the city by a small ferry. In 1991, the fortress was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Popular Activities
90-minute Helsinki Boat Sightseeing on Beautiful Canal Route
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Enjoy a cruise along Helsinki’s beautiful canal and take in the sights along the shores, including city highlights such as the historic Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress, the Helsinki Zoo, and the fleet of icebreakers.
Helsinki: Private Tour with a Local Guide
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Get to know Helsinki with a guide who will show you the city’s hidden gems and also help you experience this popular destination like a real local.
From Helsinki: Return Day Trip Ferry Ticket to Tallinn
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Enjoy an easy day trip to Estonia’s capital Tallinn. It takes only 2 hours to get there and then you’ll have up to 10 hours to explore the charming medieval city.
More attractions
Helsinki Card City | Nuuksio National Park: Half-Day Trip from Helsinki | Helsinki Panorama Coach Tour | Helsinki City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket | Helsinki: City Highlights 1.5-Hour Archipelago Cruise | Helsinki Card Region | Helsinki: Helsinki and Suomenlinna 5-Hour Sightseeing Tour |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Helsinki
light intensity drizzle, 1.7 °CClouds: 100 % Wind: 10 mph SW
Air Pressure: 1030 hPa Humidity: 93 %
Air Pressure: 1030 hPa Humidity: 93 %
Last updated: 8th Feb 2023, 04:20 am
The next days …
| 8th Feb 2023 | 9th Feb 2023 | 10th Feb 2023 | 11th Feb 2023 | 12th Feb 2023 | 13th Feb 2023 |
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 1 °C to 2 °C | 1 °C to 2 °C |  -2 °C to 1 °C |  -4 °C to -1 °C | -1 °C to 2 °C |  -0 °C to 5 °C |
| 1 °C to 2 °C | 1 °C to 2 °C | -2 °C to 1 °C | -4 °C to -1 °C | -1 °C to 2 °C | -0 °C to 5 °C |
| Clouds: 95 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 99 % | Clouds: 8 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 13 % |
| No Precipitation | No Precipitation | 0.24 in of snow | No Precipitation | 0.01 in of rain | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Hottest Month
July: 22 °C
Day Temperature in Helsinki
July: 22 °CDay Temperature in Helsinki
Coldest Month
January: -15 °C
Night Temperature in Oulu
January: -15 °CNight Temperature in Oulu
Rainiest Month
August: 3.23 in
Rain in Lappeenranta
August: 3.23 inRain in Lappeenranta
Driest Month
April: 0.75 in
Rain in Oulu
April: 0.75 inRain in Oulu
Maximum Water Temperature
August: 17 °C
Water Temperature in Helsinki
August: 17 °CWater Temperature in Helsinki
Sunniest Month
June: 9.6 hours/day
Sunshine in Oulu
June: 9.6 hours/daySunshine in Oulu
Activities and Attractions
Helsinki by Bus and Boat 24-Hour Combo Ticket
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Helsinki: Small-Group Walking Tour with City Planner Guide
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Helsinki Airport Layover 3-hour Guided Tour
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Distances to Finland
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helsinki | 1130 mi | 4120 mi | 5600 mi |
| Lappeenranta | 1260 mi | 4180 mi | 5600 mi |
| Oulu | 1300 mi | 3970 mi | 5320 mi |
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