Climate of Finland Proper, Finland
Area-weighted average across Finland Proper. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Finland Proper, a subdivision of Finland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -6°C / 21.2°F in February to 16.3°C / 61.3°F in July, with rainfall from 33 mm / 1.3 in to 76 mm / 3 in depending on the season (646 mm / 25.4 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 | -5.2°C22.6°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
| February | -6°C21.2°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| March | -2.1°C28.2°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| April | 2.9°C37.2°F | 37 mm1.5″ | — |
| May | 9.5°C49.1°F | 33 mm1.3″ | — |
| June | 14.2°C57.6°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| July | 16.3°C61.3°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| August | 14.9°C58.8°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| September | 10°C50°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| October | 5.3°C41.5°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | 0.5°C32.9°F | 67 mm2.6″ | Snowy |
| December | -3.1°C26.4°F | 58 mm2.3″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Finland Proper?
Finland Proper, Finland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.3°C / 61.3°F, and the driest is May at 33 mm / 1.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Finland Proper?
Finland Proper, Finland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -6°C / 21.2°F in February to 16.3°C / 61.3°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 646 mm / 25.4 in, with the wettest month being August (76 mm / 3 in) and the driest May (33 mm / 1.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Finland Proper?
The hottest month in Finland Proper is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.3°C / 61.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Finland Proper?
The coldest month in Finland Proper is February, with an area-wide average temperature of -6°C / 21.2°F.
When does it rain most in Finland Proper?
The wettest month in Finland Proper is August, averaging about 76 mm / 3 in of rainfall. The driest is May with about 33 mm / 1.3 in.