Climate of Central Finland, Finland
Area-weighted average across Central Finland. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Central Finland, a subdivision of Finland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -8.7°C / 16.3°F in February to 16°C / 60.8°F in July, with rainfall from 29 mm / 1.1 in to 84 mm / 3.3 in depending on the season (612 mm / 24.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8.5°C16.7°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| February | -8.7°C16.3°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| March | -3.8°C25.2°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| April | 1.4°C34.5°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Snowy |
| May | 8.6°C47.5°F | 37 mm1.5″ | — |
| June | 13.9°C57°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| July | 16°C60.8°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| August | 13.6°C56.5°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| September | 8.3°C46.9°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| October | 3.3°C37.9°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| November | -2.1°C28.2°F | 54 mm2.1″ | Snowy |
| December | -6.3°C20.7°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Central Finland?
Central Finland, Finland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16°C / 60.8°F, and the driest is February at 29 mm / 1.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Central Finland?
Central Finland, Finland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -8.7°C / 16.3°F in February to 16°C / 60.8°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 612 mm / 24.1 in, with the wettest month being August (84 mm / 3.3 in) and the driest February (29 mm / 1.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Central Finland?
The hottest month in Central Finland is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16°C / 60.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Central Finland?
The coldest month in Central Finland is February, with an area-wide average temperature of -8.7°C / 16.3°F.
When does it rain most in Central Finland?
The wettest month in Central Finland is August, averaging about 84 mm / 3.3 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 29 mm / 1.1 in.