Helsinki
A design capital of white granite and copper domes, saunas built right onto the waterfront for a cold plunge straight after, and a nearby archipelago of islands to boat between all summer.
The best time to visit Helsinki is Jun–Aug, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (71°F). Local time there is 23:25 (UTC+3).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
June · high 72°F · rain 2.0in · 18.9h of daylight · in the recommended window
the dashed line is freezing · shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Helsinki (Vantaa), this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C31°F | 87mm3.4in | 6.6h6.6h | |
| February | 0°C32°F | 73mm2.9in | 9.0h9.0h | |
| March | 3°C37°F | 57mm2.2in | 11.6h11.6h | |
| April | 9°C48°F | 37mm1.5in | 14.5h14.5h | |
| May | 15°C58°F | 70mm2.8in | 17.2h17.2h | |
| June | 22°C72°F | 52mm2.0in | 18.9h18.9h | in the recommended window |
| July | 22°C71°F | 89mm3.5in | 18.2h18.2h | in the recommended window |
| August | 21°C69°F | 109mm4.3in | 15.7h15.7h | in the recommended window |
| September | 15°C59°F | 56mm2.2in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| October | 9°C48°F | 85mm3.3in | 9.9h9.9h | |
| November | 4°C38°F | 73mm2.9in | 7.3h7.3h | |
| December | -1°C31°F | 71mm2.8in | 5.8h5.8h |
Good to know
- Currency
- EUR
- Language
- Finnish, Swedish
- Driving
- on the right
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Helsinki?
The best time to visit Helsinki is Jun–Aug, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (71°F).
How warm does Helsinki get?
Typical daytime highs in Helsinki are Mar–May 9°C (48°F), Jun–Aug 22°C (71°F), Sep–Nov 9°C (49°F), Dec–Feb -1°C (31°F).
Is Helsinki expensive?
On the ground, Helsinki is mid-range.
What sort of trip is Helsinki good for?
Helsinki is good for old stones and real towns, an unhurried pace, landscape doing the heavy lifting, eating extremely well.