Weather in February in Southern Finland
Are you planning a trip a to Southern Finland in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Southern Finland in February?
Southern Finland is a region in Finland. February in Southern Finland generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. February falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -3°C in Melkoniemi to 0°C in Uusikaupunki. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -5°C in Uusikaupunki and -10°C in Melkoniemi. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Padasjoki with an average of 42 mm to moderate snowfall in Kirkkonummi with 54 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 72 hours of sunlight in Helsinki. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For a closer look at February's conditions in Southern Finland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Southern Finland's yearly weather, check out our Southern Finland climate page.
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What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Southern Finland?
Helsinki
In February Helsinki generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Turku
In February Turku generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Rauha
In February Rauha generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Espoo
In February Espoo generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Naantali
In February Naantali generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Southern Finland, in Finland.
Is February the best time to visit Southern Finland?
In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Southern Finland with often poor weather in Helsinki.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Helsinki. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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