Espoo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Espoo.
Climate overview of Espoo
Espoo, Southern Finland, Finland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) in July, while winters cool to -1°C (30°F) in February.
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 733 mm (29 in), with August being the wettest month. The city also has warm summers and very cold winters. The sunniest month is June, with 9.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Espoo Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Espoo - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Espoo
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Espoo. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -1°C (30°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in July to -7°C (19°F) in February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Espoo
Generally, Espoo has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 733 mm (29 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Espoo experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 75 mm (3 in) in August, the wettest month, and 42 mm (1.7 in) in April, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Espoo Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Espoo
Espoo can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 9.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1 hour of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Espoo
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 0°C (32°F) in January to 15°C (59°F) in July.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Espoo by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Espoo.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 89%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Espoo
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) in February, May, June, July, August and September to 4 m/s (8 knots) in January, March, April, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Espoo
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: June and July
- Fewest rainy days: April, May and June
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: February, with freezing nights around -7°C (19°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Espoo
What is the best time to visit Espoo?
July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Espoo. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Espoo has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Espoo?
Daytime highs range from -1°C (30°F) in February to 22°C (72°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -7°C (19°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Espoo get?
Annual rainfall is around 733 mm (29 in). August is the wettest month with 75 mm (3 in), while April is the driest with 42 mm (1.7 in).
How sunny is Espoo?
Espoo receives around 1,840 hours of sunshine per year. June is the sunniest month with 298 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 30 hours.
Espoo 3-Day Forecast
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