Helsinki Airport Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Helsinki Airport: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Helsinki Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25° | 14° | 2,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 26° | 16° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 41° | 28° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 49° | 33° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 43° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 68° | 52° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 73° | 58° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 69° | 53° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 50° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 48° | 38° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 39° | 31° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 33° | 25° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Helsinki Airport
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Helsinki Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Helsinki Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estonia | 61 mi | 45°F | +34°F warmer | 32 in |
| Latvia | 235 mi | 47°F | +36°F warmer | 34 in |
| Stockholm Arlanda Airport | 248 mi | 46°F | +34°F warmer | 24 in |
| Sweden | 249 mi | 46°F | +35°F warmer | 23 in |
| Stockholm | 249 mi | 46°F | +35°F warmer | 23 in |
Best time to visit Helsinki Airport
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Helsinki Airport
Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 53°F is 5°F above the 48°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Above 60 degrees latitude, daylight swings enormously - summer nights barely darken and winter days are short.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 77°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 35 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Helsinki Airport is an airport in Helsinki. Helsinki Airport (HEL) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in Helsinki Airport with overcast. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 51°F to 53°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Helsinki Airport is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 14°F.
The closest major airport is Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), about 248 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 53°F is 5°F above the 48°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Helsinki Airport today at 8.3/10. Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Helsinki Airport?
Helsinki Airport is an airport in Helsinki. Its coordinates are 60.3172, 24.9633. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Helsinki Airport right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 83% and wind is 18 mph.
When is the best time to visit Helsinki Airport?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Helsinki Airport, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Helsinki Airport in?
Helsinki Airport observes Europe/Helsinki (UTC+02:00). The local time is 1:38 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Helsinki Airport?
The closest airports are Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), 248 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 1:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
