🇫🇮 Helsinki vs London 🇬🇧

Helsinki, Finland vs London, United Kingdom — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. London is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. London is drier, with roughly 53 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇫🇮 Helsinki🇬🇧 London
Avg annual high9°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (22°C)July (24°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-8°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year164111
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇫🇮 Helsinki

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in February (-8°C).

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Helsinki or London warmer?

London is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Helsinki or London?

Helsinki is rainier — London sees about 53 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Helsinki vs London?

Helsinki is best around June, July, August; London is best around June, July, August.

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