What is the weather like in Helsinki in December?

Expect temperatures between -3°C and 1°C with 27% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Helsinki in December?

Helsinki in December scores 61/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Helsinki in December?

December in Helsinki is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Helsinki Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

1°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

-3°C

Coolest around day 25

Rainy Days

19days

27% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Gulf of Finland(Suomenlahti)

1.7°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Gulf of Finland

Suomenlahti

Helsinki coastline

Essential Travel Info for Helsinki

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Finnish

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Driving

Right side

Connect

Much of Helsinki is blanketed withWi-Fi ...

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.439

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

81/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jun

Low

Aug

Monthly Traffic Distribution

204

Jan

202

Feb

194

Mar

226

Apr

232

May

613

Jun

600

Jul

176

Aug

598

Sep

542

Oct

502

Nov

579

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Stockholm -Arlanda (ARN)

Rovaniemi (RVN)

Copenhagen Kastrup (CPH)

Oulu / Oulunsalo Oulu (OUL)

Tallinn Lennart Meri (TLL)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

8 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Finland. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Finland.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Polio

In Finland poliovirus has been identified in the past year.Travelers to Finland are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus.Vaccine recommendations: Adults traveling to Finland who received a complete polio vaccination series as children may receive a single lifetime booster dose of inactivated polio vaccine; travelers who are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated should receive a complete polio vaccination series before travel. Children who are not fully vaccinated will be considered for anaccelerated vaccination schedule.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Finland.If rabies exposures occur while in Finland, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Helsinki?

👌Good option with minor considerations(61/100)

Short Answer

December brings winter conditions to Helsinki with 1°C average highs. The 27% precipitation chance may include snow. Essential: warm coat, layers, and waterproof footwear.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Cold weather expected

0.8°C average highs

Wind chill makes it feel colder

Feels like -5°C with 23.2km/h wind

Very high humidity

87% average humidity

Peak tourist season

94% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Cold sea - swimming challenging

1.7°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 1.7°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
87% humidity creates difficult conditions
📸
Photographers
84% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Helsinki in December averages 1°C with 27% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Helsinki in December

What are the temperatures in Helsinki in December?

Daytime highs average 1°C, nights drop to -3°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Helsinki in December?

Expect around 19 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Helsinki in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Helsinki?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Helsinki Weather in December