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Temperature in Southern Finland in January

Southern Finland is a region in Finland. In January the average maximum daytime temperatures are very low and range from -3°C in Parikkala to 2°C in Hanko. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C in Hanko and -10°C in Parikkala. In January, it is winter.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Southern Finland in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in Southern Finland. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in January in Southern Finland?
    • According to our recent database analysis, Hanko is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 2°C and rarely drops below -3°C during the night.

  • What is the coldest city in January in Southern Finland?
    • Our database indicates that in January, Parikkala is the city with the coolest temperatures in Southern Finland. You can expect daytime highs of -3°C and nighttime lows close to -10°C.

  • How much sun does Southern Finland get in January?
    • Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 39 hours of sunshine in Helsinki. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

  • What is the water's temperature in January?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 0°C in Helsinki this month, so not the best month to swim.

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