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Check out the Finland live weather and compare with the average conditions for this time of the year.

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When is the best time to go to Helsinki?

The best time to go to Helsinki is July based on the following average weather conditions.

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Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Feb
0.5
Mar
1.5
Apr
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Jun
4
Jul
3.5
Aug
0.5
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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Jan
-3
Feb
1
Mar
7
Apr
15
May
19
Jun
21
Jul
20
Aug
14
Sep
9
Oct
3
Nov
-1
Dec

Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Jan
2
Feb
4
Mar
6
Apr
8
May
9
Jun
8
Jul
7
Aug
4
Sep
3
Oct
1
Nov
1
Dec

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Monthly rainfall

Days with some rain

Heat & humidity

Metric (°C / mm) | Imperial (°F / inches)

Which is the hottest month in Helsinki?

The hottest time of year in Helsinki is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 21°C.

Which month has the most rain in Helsinki?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Helsinki with 77mm on average. There are normally 16 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Helsinki?

The sunniest time of year in Helsinki is normally June with bright sunshine on average for 50% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Helsinki?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Helsinki in August when the water temperature reaches 16°C.

Compare Helsinki weather with the USA

Below the Helsinki weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Helsinki, Finland and the USA (Washington).

Maximum daytime temperature (°C)

Helsinki, Finland

USA (Washington)

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