A Brief Look At The Weather Through The Year
Summer season in Helsinki is warm and bright. The days are very long and towards the end of June the sun shines brightly for almost 20 hours in a day. This phenomenon is also known as the Midnight Sun since the nights are not traditionally dark here, and is a popular tourist draw.
Autumn sets in during September and the weather becomes much cooler and the days start to close faster. The autumn colours are resplendent and the fall foliage makes the entire city look glorious. The winter season starts in November and temperatures can fall below 0°C. The winter season is marked by snowfall and the month of January is possibly the coldest time of the year. During the coldest months of the winter the sea water often freezes over.
A major attraction of the winter season is the Northern Lights/ Aurora Borealis that cover the skies in bright splashes of colour. The spring season begins in April and is marked by warm, sunny days and bright flowers.
Helsinki During The Summer Season
Summer season is a peak tourist season and from May onwards the tourist season begins. The summer tourist season lasts till the end of September. Approximately 800,000 people visit Helsinki during this season and double the figure through the whole year.
Summertime is warm and pleasant and hence makes for good holidays. Summer cruises are extremely popular around the region and the outdoor markets provide colour and vibrancy to the region. Birding is a very popular activity in the summer season since dozens of varieties of migratory birds make their way to the region during the summer season.
Booking cottages in the countryside is a popular activity with tourists and residents while spending time within the city allows you to keep a finger on its pulse. The White Nights phenomenon, also known as the Midnight Sun, is a trademark of the region. It refers to the curios fact that the sun shines almost 20 hours of the day during the summer season and there is no ‘real night’.
The Winter Season In Helsinki
Visiting in the winter season means being prepared for the severe cold. Since the temperature can drop below zero one has to have adequate warm wear and winter gear along. However, there are tons of winter sports, skiing opportunities, tours, island cruises and ice swimming opportunities to make the most of. Hot sauna and spa treatments are a great way to thaw out and unwind after a long day of sightseeing and activity.