Best Time to Visit Finland

If witnessing the midnight sun is the prime reason behind your trip, then summer is definitely the best time to visit Finland. Finland is mainly chosen as a vacation destination by tourists to witness the Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun. However, both these phenomena occur at different times during the year.

So it is important that you take other factors such as the weather and events into consideration while choosing the right time for your trip. Additionally, if you are concerned regarding the places to cover during your trip, you can entrust Finland tourism with planning your days so that you do not miss out on the main attractions.

Summer

• Time Period: Late May to mid-September
• Temperature range: 32 to 35 degrees Celsius
• Average Rainfall: 40 – 85 mm

Summer offers extremely soothing weather for tourists visiting Finland to witness its scenic beauty. Additionally, you can enjoy several events during the summer months.

Stay at a lakeside cottage.

1. Enjoy dining at a fresco

2. Witness a concert

3. Explore a cruise ride

4. Visit a national park

Spring

• Time Period: Early April to late May
• Temperature range: 0 to 10 degrees Celsius
• Average Rainfall: 508 mm to 711 mm

Springs in Finland witness a heavy tourist rush due to its soothing weather and different festivals that are held during this time. You can explore the best places to visit in Finland during these months.

1. Enjoy Jazz festival

2. Enjoy Spring Light Chamber Music Festival

3. Witness Reindeer Racing Championship

4. Enjoy Dance Current Contemporary Dance Festival

5. Try skiing in Lapland

6. Witness Restaurant Day

Winter

• Time Period: Mid-October to January
• Temperature range: Below 0 degree Celsius
• Average Rainfall: 500 mm to 600 mm

If your main purpose for visiting Finland is to witness the Northern lights, then winter is the perfect time for your trip. However, it is extremely cold during this time in Finland, so you must carry woollen clothes accordingly to protect yourself from the extremely cold weather conditions.

1. Sleep in igloo

2. Witness Northern Lights in Lapland

3. Explore a Finnish Sauna

4. Celebrate Christmas

5. Admire the architecture of Helsinki

6. Try swimming in the Arctic ocean

7. Taste Finnish cuisine

You can travel to Finland all year round as you can witness a different shade of Finland every season. However, if you are a bit tight on your budget, then you must avoid summer as it is the peak tourist season in the country. So, the cost of hotels, food and travelling can be expensive.

Alternatively, if you do not have a budget constraint and, at the same time not a huge fan of the cold weather, then you must strictly avoid the winters. Although winters, too, have a lot to offer, you can choose to avoid them as in Finland. The temperature during winter usually falls below 0 degrees Celsius.

Also, you may want to avoid visiting Finland during the fall as, at this time, there are high chances of missing out on several tourist places in Finland. Many places remain closed during fall due to the diminished tourist rush. Also, you will not be able to enjoy the concerts and festivals in Finland that are the main tourist attractions.

The cheapest time to visit Finland is during fall when the rush of tourists is comparatively less. However, there are several benefits of visiting Finland during fall. One of the pros is that you can avoid the hustle of the crowd and enjoy a leisurely walk down the street. Additionally, you can comfortably experience extremely soothing weather and picturesque landscapes this time.

Below are certain things that you must be aware of before your trip to Finland:

• Plan your trip at the right time of the year.
• Finnish people are extremely reserved among themselves and do not usually extend a conversation with strangers.
• Finland is one of the safest countries to visit with children.
• The public transport in Finland is good enough. Hence you can easily travel to some of the best tourist places in Finland without much hassle.
• Finland is a relatively expensive country to visit. So carry sufficient cash accordingly.
• The weather in Finland is extremely unpredictable.

Below are certain tips that are sure to enhance your travelling experience in Finland:

• Visit different cafes in Finland to enjoy a cappuccino while reading magazines.
• Choose a lake house to stay in during your Finland trip.
• Experience a sauna at least once while staying in Finland.
• Try local cuisines such as mushroom sauce, Reindeer, and Salmiakki.

Below are some phrases that are extremely helpful for you while visiting Finland:

• Thank You: Kiitos 
• I want: Minähaluan
• Sorry: Anteeksi
• Hi: Moi
• Bye: MoiMoi
• No: Ei
• I am lost: Olen hukassa 

You can avail attractive discounts that Finland tourism offers to tourists at different times throughout the year. This will help you to save more on tickets and hotel prices. Additionally, you can opt for a travel insurance policy for financial security throughout your trip. So, if you face any medical emergencies, accidents or theft, then you can make a claim to receive immediate financial assistance.