Helsinki Travel Guide
Helsinki travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Helsinki is a city in Finland. Helsinki is known for Design district and Baltic islands. It has a population of about 660.000.
Right now it is 60°F (15°C) in Helsinki with heavy drizzle. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 58°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.9/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Helsinki 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 71°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 17°F.
The closest major airport is Helsinki Airport (HEL), about 10 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 60°F is 7.6°F below the 68°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 today at 7.9/10. Visibility is down to 2,4 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Gusts to 43 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.
Map of Helsinki
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 60°10′11.6″N 24°56′18.2″E (60.1699, 24.9384)
Weather in Helsinki right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:15 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 60° / 58°
Light rain · 100% rain · wind 27 mph
🌦️ 63° / 60°
Light showers · 21% rain · wind 12 mph
Quick facts about Helsinki
Best time to visit Helsinki
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 to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 43 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Helsinki
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helsinki Airport | HEL | 10 mi | Helsinki |
| Stockholm Arlanda Airport | ARN | 246 mi | Stockholm |
Airports in Helsinki
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Explore Helsinki
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Helsinki?
Helsinki is a city in Finland. Its coordinates are 60.1699, 24.9384. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Helsinki right now?
It is currently 60°F (15°C) with heavy drizzle. Humidity is 90% and wind is 21 mph.
When is the best time to visit Helsinki?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Helsinki, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Helsinki in?
Helsinki observes Europe/Helsinki (UTC+03:00). The local time is 3:15 AM.
How many people live in Helsinki?
Helsinki has a population of approximately 660.000.
What is the nearest airport to Helsinki?
The closest airports are Helsinki Airport (HEL), 10 mi away and Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), 246 mi away.
What places are in Helsinki?
Helsinki covers 1 places in this atlas, including Helsinki Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 3:15 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
