Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 17° 8° | 16° 5° | 16° 10° | 18° 8° | 16° 7° | 15° 11° | 16° 10° |
| Precipitation | 13% | 82% | 87% | 26% | 44% | 100% | 95% |
| Humidity | 69% | 79% | 79% | 73% | 77% | 87% | 83% |
| Wind | 20 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 11 km/h | 20 km/h | 15 km/h |
Best time to visit Helsinki
The best time to visit Helsinki is from May to October, when mild temperatures and long daylight suit parks, islands, waterfront walks and city sightseeing. January and December are also rated highly for snowy winter settings and indoor attractions, while February to April and November are cooler, darker or more changeable.
JanuaryTemp (°C)-5°Rain (mm)33Sun Hours2Dry Days15
January is snowy and wintry, around -8°C to -2°C. Short daylight suits museums, cafés and seasonal winter outings.
FebruaryTemp (°C)-5°Rain (mm)33Sun Hours3Dry Days13
February is cold and often snowy, around -8°C to -2°C. Indoor sightseeing and winter scenery suit the month, with icy conditions outdoors.
MarchTemp (°C)-2°Rain (mm)28Sun Hours4Dry Days15
March is cold, around -6°C to 1°C, with snow or sea ice possible. Winter activities may remain available, while walking conditions can be changeable.
AprilTemp (°C)3°Rain (mm)22Sun Hours7Dry Days20
April is cool, around 0°C to 8°C, with unsettled conditions possible. Museums and city sightseeing suit days when snow-based plans are unavailable.
MayTemp (°C)10°Rain (mm)21Sun Hours10Dry Days22
May is mild, around 5°C to 15°C, with long daylight. Parks, waterfront walks and early-season excursions suit the month.
JuneTemp (°C)14°Rain (mm)27Sun Hours13Dry Days21
June is mild, around 11°C to 19°C, with very long daylight. Parks, islands, swimming and hiking suit the month.
JulyTemp (°C)18°Rain (mm)40Sun Hours12Dry Days19
July is mild, around 14°C to 22°C, with long daylight and occasional warm spells. Rain can interrupt outdoor plans, while parks, islands and walks remain suitable.
AugustTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)36Sun Hours10Dry Days19
August is mild, around 13°C to 21°C, with long daylight. Islands, parks and walking suit the month, although rain is possible.
SeptemberTemp (°C)11°Rain (mm)26Sun Hours8Dry Days21
September is cool, around 9°C to 16°C, and can bring frequent rain. Museums, cafés and city walks suit breaks between showers.
OctoberTemp (°C)6°Rain (mm)36Sun Hours4Dry Days20
October is cool, around 4°C to 10°C, with shorter days and changeable autumn weather. Indoor attractions and brisk city walks suit the month.
NovemberTemp (°C)2°Rain (mm)38Sun Hours3Dry Days18
November is chilly, around 0°C to 5°C, with short daylight and wintry conditions. Museums, restaurants and indoor attractions are practical choices.
DecemberTemp (°C)-2°Rain (mm)39Sun Hours2Dry Days14
December is cold and dark, around -5°C to 1°C. Snow may create a wintry setting, while Christmas markets and indoor attractions suit the limited daylight.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org, meteum.ai, en.wikipedia.org, helsinkitimes.fi
A Finntastic Walking Tour in Helsinki
Cost: From 23.66 USD · Duration: 2.2 hours · ★ 4.9 (887 reviews)
Join our Finntastic walking tour to learn about the Finnish culture, food, history, and way of life in a fun and also informative way! Please go through the itinerary, duration, notes before booking. Notes: 1- Tour duration is 2-2,5 hours, please only book if you can stay until the end. 2- NOT SUITABLE for: baby strollers, wheelchair, those with di
Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included
Cost: From 171.55 USD · ★ 4.5 (561 reviews)
Our tour includes same day round trip from Helsinki to Tallinn with a 3 hour guided tour in Tallinn and 3 hour of free time for lunch, Souvenir shopping and taking pictures in Old Town of Tallinn. We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning between 09:10 AM to 09:45 AM. You will be taken to the Helsinki terminal to board a cruise ship to Tal
Discover Helsinki City Walk - Multiple Tours Daily
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DISCOVER HELSINKI on our most popular walking tour! **The price you pay guarantees your place on the tour** Multiple tours every day - check our booking times OPERATING SINCE 2017, this 2 hour shared group tour is the best introduction to this mysterious Nordic city of Helsinki. We will take you on a tour of the best places here, and show you a few
Helsinki and Suomenlinna Sightseeing Tour
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Discover Helsinki and Suomenlinna during this 5-hour tour. With a professional guide, visit Helsinki's most famous sites, including Sibelius Monument and Esplanade Park. Next, take a ferry to the Suomenlinna Island and continue your walking tour through Suomenlinna church, Jetty barracks and Dry dock, etc. Round-trip ferry tickets and pickup from c
Helsinki Canal Cruise
Cost: From 33.98 USD · Duration: 1.5 hours · ★ 4.2 (313 reviews)
See the sights of Helsinki from the water on a 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise! Relax inside in the lower saloon or out on deck, and admire the beautiful islands that make up Helsinki archipelago. Cruise past top city attractions like the UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress and hear about Helsinki’s 16th-century history from the onboard comment
National Park Hike & Finnish Smoke Sauna Experience with Campfire Lunch
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Tallinn day cruise from Helsinki (independent visit)
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Discover the beautiful Medieval city of Tallinn in one day. Your one-way ferry crossing on board the LNG-powered Tallink Shuttle Megastar or MyStar ferry will take only 2 hours. You can conveniently choose your departure time from early morning to late afternoon and get 4-7 hours in Tallinn to explore the magnificent Old Town and visit museums, gal
Magical Taiga Forest Hike with Lunch and Transportation
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Feel the lure of the wilderness in the magnificent Liesjärvi National Park. This adventurous excursion includes the national park's most stunning locations and a delicious Finnish-style lunch cooked by a lake! (Dietary needs? Let us know.) Walk peacefully into the wilderness to connect with nature and experience true silence like never before. This
Helsinki Authentic Walking Food Tour with 8 Local Tastings
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On our Secret Food Tour Helsinki, get onboard a journey through one of the most secretive country of the Nordic Regions . Step into the heart of authentic Helsinki life with our visit to Kallio, meaning "The Rock" in suomi. This district pulses with a vibrant energy, fueled by the diverse spirits of its residents. It is a world away from the glossy
Brief
- Try local favourites such as karjalanpiirakka (Karelian pastries), creamy salmon soup, Finnish rye bread, cloudberries and salty salmiakki liquorice.
- The Helsinki Festival continues through 5 September 2026, with performances and cultural events across the city (
timeout.com).
- A Banksy retrospective is scheduled at Telakkaranta’s historic shipyard halls through 25 October 2026 (
Safety and health
- Helsinki tap water is generally safe to drink. In cottages or wilderness areas, ask about local wells and avoid drinking untreated lake or river water unless its safety is known (
wikivoyage.org).
- Ticks can transmit Lyme disease and tick-borne encephalitis, especially in coastal and wooded areas. Use repellent, wear long clothing when hiking and check your skin after outdoor activities (
- Finland’s regional security environment remains heightened amid tensions with Russia. Visitors should avoid military facilities and heed any temporary restrictions or official instructions (
yahoo.com).
Recent News
- 28 August 2026: Sweden announced that Gripen fighter jets and a corvette warship would help monitor and protect Finnish territory until at least the end of 2026. The activity is focused on Finland’s wider territory and does not indicate a general tourist disruption in Helsinki, but military exercises and surveillance activity may occasionally affect airspace or coastal access (
- Finland is investigating a suspected Russian aircraft airspace violation over the Baltic Sea. No direct impact on normal Helsinki tourism was reported, but travellers should expect continued heightened regional security awareness (
