🇫🇮 Finland Weather Report – Month-by-Month Overview
❄️ January
Deep winter. Temperatures range from −25°C in Lapland to −5°C in Helsinki. Snow blankets the country, and polar nights persist in the far north. Ice fishing, skiing, and northern lights are highlights.
🌨️ February
Still frigid. Highs reach −20°C to −2°C. Snow continues, and daylight slowly returns. The air is dry and crisp, with stunning frozen landscapes across lakes and forests.
🌱 March
Spring begins subtly. Temperatures rise to −10°C to 5°C. Snow starts to melt in southern Finland, while the north remains frozen. Sunshine increases, and skiing remains popular.
🌸 April
Milder but variable. Highs reach 5–10°C. Rain replaces snow in lowlands, and trees begin to bud. Northern areas still see snow, while southern cities awaken with spring colors.
🌼 May
Pleasant and fresh. Temperatures climb to 10–18°C. Rainfall is moderate, and greenery spreads across the countryside. Migratory birds return, and outdoor life resumes.
☀️ June
Start of summer. Highs range from 15–22°C. Rain is light, and long days dominate. The midnight sun shines above the Arctic Circle, and nature bursts into bloom.
🔥 July
Warmest month. Temperatures reach 20–28°C. Rainfall is minimal, and lakes are ideal for swimming. Festivals, saunas, and cottage escapes define the season.
🏖️ August
Still warm. Highs remain between 18–25°C. Occasional thunderstorms. The north begins to darken again, while the south enjoys late summer warmth.
🍂 September
Transition to autumn. Temperatures ease to 12–18°C. Rain returns gradually. Forests begin to change color, and berry and mushroom picking peak.
🌦️ October
Cooler and wetter. Highs drop to 6–12°C. Foggy mornings and frequent rain are common. Autumn foliage glows across national parks and lakesides.
🌫️ November
Wet and chilly. Highs hover around 2–7°C, with lows near freezing. Rain dominates, and snow begins in the north. Days grow noticeably shorter.
🎄 December
Winter returns. Temperatures range from −15°C in Lapland to 0°C in the south. Snowfall resumes, and festive lights brighten towns. Northern lights shimmer in Arctic skies.
