At a glance
| Metric | Helsinki | Stockholm |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 21°C | 22°C |
| Coldest month low | -6°C | -3°C |
| Annual rainfall | 826 mm | 668 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 7.6 h/day | 7.7 h/day |
| Best months | June | June & August–September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Helsinki | Stockholm | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.0 · Challenging | 0.0 · Challenging | — |
| February | 0.0 · Challenging | 0.1 · Challenging | Stockholm |
| March | 0.0 · Challenging | 2.3 · Challenging | Stockholm |
| April | 3.8 · Poor | 5.4 · Fair | Stockholm |
| May | 6.8 · Fair | 7.9 · Good | Stockholm |
| June | 9.6 · Excellent | 9.5 · Excellent | Helsinki |
| July | 8.6 · Excellent | 8.5 · Excellent | Helsinki |
| August | 8.5 · Excellent | 8.9 · Excellent | Stockholm |
| September | 7.4 · Good | 8.8 · Excellent | Stockholm |
| October | 3.0 · Poor | 4.3 · Poor | Stockholm |
| November | 0.0 · Challenging | 1.3 · Challenging | Stockholm |
| December | 0.0 · Challenging | 0.0 · Challenging | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Helsinki or Stockholm?
Stockholm has the better travel weather in 8 of 12 months, versus 2 for Helsinki — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Helsinki?
The best months to visit Helsinki are June, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Stockholm?
The best months to visit Stockholm are June & August–September, based on six years of climate data.
Where should you go next month?
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