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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Toronto Post Weather Desk. Data from Environment and Climate Change Canada and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

☁️12°C
OvercastFinlandFeels like 10° · Wind 14 km/h · Humidity 81%
UV 4 ModerateSunrise 04:47Sunset 21:56
Today🌦️13°11°💧66%
Sun☁️19°💧43%
Mon🌦️19°14°💧91%
Tue🌦️16°11°💧65%
Wed🌦️17°💧21%
Thu🌤️17°💧14%
Fri☁️19°💧31%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Finland’s weather ranges from –30°C in Lapland winter to 25°C in southern summer, with the live forecast above showing current conditions. Expect sharp seasonal contrasts: subarctic cold in the north, milder maritime influence along the Baltic coast.

What is Finland’s weather like year round?

Southern Finland, including Helsinki, sees average highs of –1°C in January and 22°C in July. Northern regions like Rovaniemi experience winter lows near –20°C and summer highs around 18°C. Spring and autumn are brief, with rapid temperature shifts. Precipitation is moderate year-round, peaking in late summer.

How does winter weather vary across Finland?

In winter, southern Finland averages –5°C to –15°C, while Lapland often drops below –25°C. Snow cover lasts 3–5 months in the south and up to 7 months in the north. The Norway Weather page offers a useful comparison for neighbouring Scandinavian patterns.

Coldest monthJanuary (avg –6°C Helsinki, –14°C Rovaniemi)
Warmest monthJuly (avg 22°C Helsinki, 18°C Rovaniemi)
Annual rainfall500–700 mm, wettest July–August
Sunshine hoursMidnight sun in June north of Arctic Circle; polar night in December
What is the weather in Finland for the next 10 days?

Check the live forecast above for your city. For a broader outlook, the Canada weather hub provides similar 10-day data for Canadian travellers planning trips to Finland.

How cold does Finland get in winter?

Southern Finland typically sees –15°C to –25°C during cold snaps; Lapland can drop below –30°C. Coastal areas are milder due to the Baltic Sea. The Weather Warning page covers extreme cold alerts.

Does Finland have a 14-day forecast?

Yes, the live forecast above includes a 14-day outlook. For month-by-month averages, see the finland weather by month data in the facts section above.