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Finland Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Finland in November.

Planning a journey to Finland this November and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Finland in November

Finland has a wide variety of climate types. During November, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to cold and moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Kilpisjärvi at -3°C (27°F) to cold in Kökar at 8°C (46°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Kökar and -10°C (14°F) in Kilpisjärvi. In many areas in Finland, November brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To explore the conditions in Finland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Nuorgam with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate snowfall in Hanko with 88 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Helsinki receives about 37 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Finland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Finland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Helsinki)

Best Places to Visit in Finland in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Finland.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Finland

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Finland?

Temperature range in Finland (November)

Precipitation variation in Finland (November)

Helsinki

In November Helsinki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
90 hours
37 hours
30 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Rovaniemi

In November Rovaniemi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
18 hours
4 hours
Monthly snowfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Levi

In November Levi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
19 hours
4 hours
Monthly snowfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Ruka

In November Ruka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Tampere

In November Tampere generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Finland in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Helsinki 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Rovaniemi -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Levi -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Vuokatti 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Mariehamn 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Vaasa 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Finland weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Finland in November?

In November, Finland generally has poor weather conditions. Helsinki sees daytime temperatures near 5°C (41°F), with nights cooling to roughly 0°C (32°F).

What is the average temperature in Finland in November?

Daytime temperatures in Helsinki peak at roughly 5°C (41°F) in November, dropping to about 0°C (32°F) overnight.

Does Finland get a lot of snow/rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Finland during November, with Helsinki averaging close to 65 mm (2.6 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit Finland?

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit Finland due to the typically poor weather in Helsinki.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Helsinki. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Finland.

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