🇫🇮 Helsinki vs Paris 🇫🇷

Helsinki, Finland vs Paris, France — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Paris is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. Paris is drier, with roughly 50 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇫🇮 Helsinki🇫🇷 Paris
Avg annual high9°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (22°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-8°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year164114
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, June, September

🇫🇮 Helsinki

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

🇫🇷 Paris

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Helsinki or Paris warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Helsinki or Paris?

Helsinki is rainier — Paris sees about 50 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Helsinki vs Paris?

Helsinki is best around June, July, August; Paris is best around May, June, September.

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