Helsinki Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Helsinki, Finland in January

🌡️ Avg high
-4°C
🌙 Avg low
-11°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~43 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#12 of 12

January in Helsinki at a glance

January in Helsinki is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around -4°C and nights near -11°C. It is usually the coldest month of the year in Helsinki.

Expect some rain: around 43 mm falls in Helsinki during January on average.

What to pack for Helsinki in January

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Is January a good time to visit Helsinki?

🧳 January is cold in Helsinki. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days.

If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Helsinki are usually June, July, August and September.

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FAQ

How hot is Helsinki in January?

In January, Helsinki averages a daytime high of about -4°C and a night-time low of around -11°C, based on recent historical data. That makes it the coldest month of the year there.

Does it rain in Helsinki in January?

Expect some rain: around 43 mm falls in Helsinki during January on average.

Is January a good time to visit Helsinki?

January is cold in Helsinki. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Helsinki are usually June, July, August and September.