The best times to visit Finland for ideal weather are

June 25th to September 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Finland Travel Info

Weather in Finland

Temperature

Average temperatures in Finland vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 41st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Finland, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 71.9°F (22.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 55°F (12.8°C) at night.

Finland Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Finland Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Finland Perceived Temperature (F)

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Finland Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Finland Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 22.8 17.3 11.1
Feb 25.5 20.4 14.3
Mar 33.4 26.7 18.7
Apr 43.2 36 28.5
May 55.3 47.3 38.6
Jun 62.5 54.8 46.6
Jul 69.4 61.4 53.2
Aug 66.3 58.7 50.7
Sep 56.9 50.5 44
Oct 44 39.2 33.8
Nov 36.2 32.3 27.9
Dec 28.9 24.2 18.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -5.1 -8.2 -11.6
Feb -3.6 -6.4 -9.8
Mar 0.8 -2.9 -7.4
Apr 6.2 2.2 -1.9
May 12.9 8.5 3.7
Jun 16.9 12.7 8.1
Jul 20.8 16.3 11.8
Aug 19.1 14.8 10.4
Sep 13.8 10.3 6.7
Oct 6.7 4 1
Nov 2.3 0.2 -2.3
Dec -1.7 -4.3 -7.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Finland are April, March, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid March. For example, on the week of March 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early December with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of December 3rd.

When can you find snow in Finland? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early to mid March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Finland is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Finland.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Finland (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 12% 12.3 1
Feb 8% 17.2 0.6
Mar 7% 17 0.6
Apr 7% 13.2 0.6
May 9% 7.4 0.9
Jun 11% 2.9 1.3
Jul 12% 0 1.5
Aug 12% 0 1.5
Sep 11% 1.9 1.2
Oct 11% 2.1 1.2
Nov 13% 3.3 1.2
Dec 15% 7.2 1.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 12 31.2 2.5
Feb 8 43.7 1.5
Mar 7 43.2 1.5
Apr 7 33.5 1.5
May 9 18.8 2.3
Jun 11 7.4 3.3
Jul 12 0 3.8
Aug 12 0 3.8
Sep 11 4.8 3
Oct 11 5.3 3
Nov 13 8.4 3
Dec 15 18.3 3

 

Humidity and Wind

Finland has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (62.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (89%).

Wind in Finland is usually moderate. The windiest month is December, followed by November and October. December’s average wind speed of around 8.8 knots (10.1 MPH or 16.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 14.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Finland.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.9 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Feb 7.9 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Mar 8.3 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Apr 7.7 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
May 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Jun 7.3 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jul 6.8 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Aug 6.6 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 7.6 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Oct 8.3 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Nov 8.4 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Dec 8.8 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 84.7%
Feb 83.8%
Mar 72.4%
Apr 66.3%
May 62.4%
Jun 64.7%
Jul 69.4%
Aug 73.5%
Sep 80%
Oct 83.6%
Nov 89%
Dec 86.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Finland?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Finland; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Finland is July, followed by June and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Finland in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.7 in December means 50.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Finland Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 30.5°F (-0.8°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Finland, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 60.7°F (15.9°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 3 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Finland to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 31.9°F (-0.1°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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