Finland Magazine

Finnish Winter

Finnish Winter

Finnish winter is long and cold. The average temperature in southern Finland is about -5 degrees Celsius and in Lapland -20 degrees Celsius. The cold can be much colder, and the coldest temperature ever recorded in Finland is -51.5 degrees Celsius, which was recorded in Kittilä in 1999.

Finnish winter is also snowy. The snow depth varies between 10 and 20 centimeters in southern Finland and between 50 and 100 centimeters in Lapland. Snow can cause traffic disruptions and make it difficult to go outside.

However, Finnish winter is also a beautiful time. The snow cover makes the scenery look white and idyllic. Winter is also a popular time for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports.

There are many popular tourist destinations in Finland that are especially charming in the winter. These destinations include:

  • Levi
  • Rovaniemi
  • Ruka
  • Ylläs
  • Koli
  • Nuuksio
  • Suomenlinna
  • Porvoo
  • Tampere
  • Turku

In these destinations, you can enjoy Finnish winter in all its beauty. Go skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, or just enjoy the stunning scenery. Finnish winter is an experience worth having!

Here are some tips on how to enjoy Finnish winter as a tourist:

  • Pack warm clothes.
  • Avoid strenuous activity in cold weather.
  • Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
  • Go skiing or snowboarding only with an experienced guide.
  • Take into account the impact of snowfall and other weather conditions on travel.
  • Be careful when driving.
  • Enjoy Finnish winter!