December 19 is generally a great time to visit Helsinki. While there is a slight chance of rain (28%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 1°C weather. Helsinki is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Helsinki
Currency
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Language
Finnish
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.439
Helsinki Weather Forecast for December 19
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 0.9°C. 28% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Helsinki in December
Based on historical data for December 19, Helsinki typically experiences temperatures between -2.7°C and 0.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. With a 28% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Helsinki
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
0.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-2.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-4.5°C
🥶 Wind chill effect
Snow Chance
28%
Avg 1.4mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.7 cm
~28% chance
Pressure
1008.4 hPa
High volatility
Helsinki Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-0.9°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Finland
Flight Traffic
High
94/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~579
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Helsinki
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
09:23
☀️ Noon
12:18
🌇 Sunset
15:13
⏱️ Daylight
5h 49m
Wind Speed
23 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
1.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
88%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Helsinki
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Low pressure & humidity may aggravate joints.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Helsinki on December 19 averages 0.9°C with a 28% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 13/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Helsinki Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 15
1.2°C • 25% rain
Score
16
December 16
1.2°C • 25% rain
Score
16
December 12
1.1°C • 27% rain
Score
15
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📍 Is Helsinki Worth Visiting on December 19?
Planning a trip to Helsinki on December 19? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 0.9°C with a 28% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 579 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Finland, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 0.7°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.73m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 19 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 6.1°C in 2015, while the coldest dropped to -4.2°C in 2021.