What to pack for Helsinki in February
- serious winter gear: insulated coat, thermal layers
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- waterproof boots — snow is likely
Humidity averages 85%; max daily wind around 26 km/h. Snow falls on about 7.7 days.
How February compares
Best months in Helsinki: June. See the full best time to visit Helsinki guide.
Helsinki in February: the details
In February, Helsinki sees average daytime highs of 0°C (32°F) and overnight lows of -5°C (23°F). Rainfall totals roughly 70 mm across 12.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 3.5 hours per day with 8.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 85%.
In context: February is the 11th-warmest month and the 8th-wettest in Helsinki. The sunniest month is June (15.4 h/day).
| Metric | February average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 0°C / 32°F |
| Overnight low | -5°C / 23°F |
| Rainfall | 70 mm over 12.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 3.5 h/day (8.8 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 85% |
| Travel score | 0.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Helsinki, Finland (60.17, 24.94) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Helsinki in February?
Daytime highs in Helsinki in February average 0°C (32°F); nights drop to about -5°C.
Does it rain in Helsinki in February?
Expect around 12.3 rainy days and 70 mm of rainfall in February.
Is February a good time to visit Helsinki?
February is a challenging month to visit Helsinki — consider June instead. Overall travel score: 0.0/10. The best months are June.
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