There is no bad season for visiting Finland! Each season is beautiful in its own way and offers ample opportunities for an unforgettable rich rest... In order not to be unfounded, we provide you with irrefutable facts.

Ski season

Snow-covered winter Finland is uniquely beautiful. And it attracts not only with its delightful landscapes, but also with excellent conditions for practicing such sports as snowboarding, downhill and cross-country skiing,

which, if desired, can be supplemented by snowmobile safaris, snowshoeing, winter trekking, reindeer excursions and

whether dog sledding, harnessed by Siberian huskies, as well as ice fishing.

Highest concentration ski centers observed in northern regions countries where winters do not come in December, as many of us are used to, but somewhat earlier - in mid-October. As a rule, in early November, many of winter resorts already functioning with might and main. The season closes in April-mid-May. But the best period for skiing is December-mid-March. However, it should be noted that under New Year and Christmas, there is a festive rise in the cost of vouchers and a noticeable influx of tourists, which for some may turn out to be unacceptable.

The time of discounts for these types of tours is the last decade of March - early April.

Vacation with children

Celebrate the New Year in a special way, according to all the good rules winter's tale- with fluffy snowdrifts, frosty freshness, sparkling patterns on the glass and, of course, a real Santa Claus with a bottomless bag of gifts - is this not the innermost desire of big and small dreamers? The meeting with Yolupukki touches the souls of even adult pragmatists.

By far the best time to visit the Finnish Santa Village in Rovaniemi is late November - early January, when, in addition to the residence, the themed Santa Park is also open.

However, at this time there are huge queues and the most high prices... So that the trip does not "hit" your wallet, it is more advisable to plan it for March, April or early May, when the excitement of tourists dies down a little, and nature has not yet parted with the signs of winter.

Aurora Borealis

The northern lights in half the sky are one of the main natural treasures of Suomi. It is hunted in areas close to the Arctic Circle during long, cloudless winter nights from October to April. But the most likely to see this unique phenomenon still exists in September-October and February-March.

One of the great reasons to visit Finland is the mesmerizing "dance" of the northern lights.

Excursion time

The atmosphere of an ancient and deep culture, ancient cities and impregnable fortress islands, fascinating exhibitions in countless museums and galleries - eager to discover, curious travelers have something to do in Suomi. The most favorable weather for active participation in excursions is observed from May to September.

Rural tourism

This concept includes fishing, swimming in lakes and rivers, picking mushrooms and berries, walking tours along ecological routes, outdoor picnics - in general, everything that brings you closer to pristine nature. The optimal time for this: the second half of May, June, July, August, September and October.

The swimming season is limited to the summer months only.

We hope you now know when to start a trip to Suomi!

Despite the relatively high cost, in 2020 most of our compatriots bought Christmas tours. In the period February-March, the ski resorts of Iso-Syote, Himos, Tahko are steadily popular.

Fishermen, walkers and nature enthusiasts believe that summer is the best time to travel to Finland in 2020. This is evidenced by the statistics of renting cottages.

Winter's tale

The richest, although not cheap, rest in winter, especially tours to Finland for the New Year. It should be noted that on December 24-26, all institutions and shops, except for grocery ones, are closed. All comers will find the village in which Joulupukki (local Santa Claus) lives, located near Rovaniemi. In fact, this magical village is an amusement and amusement park.

St. Valentine and February 23 give the opportunity to see the Northern Lights. Reindeer and dog sledding, ice hotel rooms, Arctic fauna at Ranua Zoo are available until mid-April. Extreme lovers will love ice diving.

Saariselkä and Levi are ski resorts that are ideal for spending the Christmas holiday season in Finland. And the prices here are lower than in Rovaniemi.

Spring North

The first half of spring is dominated by cold weather, all ski and snowboard trails are working. You should know that:

• On March 8, polar flashes still often appear in the sky;
• April frees the land from snow, deer rides end;
• May holidays are best spent at spa resorts.

In the spring, it is worth visiting here for those who want to save a little or go on vacation to Finland for excursion purposes.

Summer holidays

Families should come here in the summer on vacation with children for health improvement. High environmental performance is provided by winds from the Arctic and Atlantic oceans... The purest water of the lakes is collected from the melted arctic snow.

Having rented a cottage, vacationers buy the purest rural products. At the same time, you can see the life of the European hinterland. The kids will rejoice at the Moomin Park, water activities, deer walking freely near the forest edges.

July-August is the best time when it is better to go to Finland for tourists who want to combine outdoor recreation with a cultural program.

Autumn travel

It is advisable to devote September-October to excursions. Autumn is a low holiday season in Finland. Services of guides, hotels, restaurants and other establishments are significantly cheaper, which makes the trip attractive from an economic point of view.

In Helsinki, Turku, Espoo, Vantaa, tourists will be offered inexpensively to visit theaters, museums, exhibition halls. Interesting bus trips around the country, introducing the ancient settlements, temples of the pagan gods of Scandinavia.

From the end of October it gets significantly colder, and November holidays can already be noted on ski resorts... The second half of November is the best time to go to this country for inexpensive ski and educational tourism.

The land of the midnight sun, "the country of a thousand lakes and islands" Finland is located northwest of Russia, most of it is located beyond the Arctic Circle. Read our article on the Tour Calendar and you will find out why the best time to travel to Suomi is from December to early March, as well as from June to late August.

Tourist season in Finland

Russians have long ceased to associate Finland with the "northern dachas" of St. Petersburg residents. Today it is one of the most visited countries in Scandinavia with a stable tourist flow for a whole year. First of all, people go to Suomi for magic New Year's Eve in the company of a genuine Santa Claus, for unique beauty winter nature of the Arctic, as well as for rest on a completely democratic mountain ski resorts... Contrary to the widespread stereotype that Finland is a country of exclusively winter destinations, we hasten to reassure you of this: summer vacations here are no less popular and exciting. In addition to exploring numerous attractions, which are several centuries old, tourists are attracted by good fishing, sea cruises, river rapids, water-health centers with a "tropical" climate, as well as numerous international festivals.

High season in Finland

The Finnish tourism market experiences a significant growth twice a year: in winter and in summer. During this period, the country has been visited by about 2 million Russians, who occupy a leading position among tourists in the Finnish direction. Many believe that the climate of this country is very similar to the climate of Russia, but in the meantime, many of our compatriots go to conduct winter break exactly to Finland. What is its attraction? Well, first of all, for sure known fact living in Lapland of the most real Santa Claus does not leave indifferent not only children, but also adults. Indeed, deep down, absolutely everyone wants to believe in a kind fairy tale filled with miracles. Secondly, it is incomparable pleasure to take a steam bath in a noisy company in a hot Finnish sauna, surrounded on all sides by a dense winter forest, and admire the world's most exciting natural phenomenon, the radiance of the "Aurora Borealis". And, thirdly, the meeting of the New Year can be combined with a vacation at ski resorts. As for the summer, this is a "hot season" for recreation in ecologically clean regions of the country in the bosom of virgin nature among crystal lakes and "mushroom forests". And the most important thing. Accommodation prices in the high season rise by 20% -40%, in addition, some cottages (very popular as accommodation facilities) are rented for a period of 1 week or more. As a rule, booking is possible strictly from Saturday, less often from Friday.

Low season in Finland

A much smaller number of tourists come to Finland between October and early December, as well as from February to early May. It's a great time for budget vacation... In addition, during the low season in Finland it is not colder than in Russia, and even warmer in comparison with some of its regions. Some go fishing in the Gulf of Finland, others come to admire the "northern architecture" of Helsinki, and still others just want to change their surroundings and see another country, but not far from home. Given the geographical proximity, transport accessibility as well as European service and a high standard of living, Finland really deserves a closer acquaintance with it.

The best time for excursions

In Finland, in addition to ancient cities, huge farm areas and delightful national parks, there are many other interesting things. For example, the Moomin Island theme park, Santa Claus's home in Rovaniemi, the Ranua Arctic Zoo nearby, and the Aurora Borealis Museum in Pokhiyan Kruunu. Best time to get acquainted with cultural heritage Finnish cities are late spring and early autumn. Summer can also be taken into account, but heavy rainfall occurs during this period. A trip to Lapland should be planned for the winter. True, in the pre-holiday period there are a lot of people who want to get there. At the same time, for the sake of an indescribable feeling of magic and a fairy tale, which covers you from the very first minutes of your stay in the homeland of Santa Claus, you can easily close your eyes to this.

Beach season in Finland

In the summer, Finns mostly spend their holidays on the lakes: they fish, grill kebabs, sunbathe and, of course, swim. Hotels and cottages are located along the recreation areas, so you don't need to go far. The beach season opens in June, but the water temperature at this time does not exceed +18 ° С. In July it warms up to +19 ° С .. + 21 ° С. As for the coast of the Baltic Sea, then beach vacation there is not in favor. Due to the strong cold underwater currents in the Finnish Baltic it is hardly possible to swim.

Northern lights season in Finland

The beauty of the northern lights cannot be fully expressed in words, as they say, it is better to see once than hear. The most spectacular "light shows" - from November to March

The special piquancy of Finland is given by the fact that a quarter of its territory is located in the Arctic Circle, where the sun does not rise above the horizon in a certain part of the year. Here, about 200 times a year, a beautiful sight is observed - northern Lights... The so-called "season" of this natural phenomenon lasts from August to April. But the greatest chance to contemplate it is in clear weather from October to March. There are several ways to observe the northern lights, but one of the most romantic is the glass igloo hotel in Lapland. By the way, according to Japanese beliefs, children conceived at the moment of the glow of the aurora borealis will have a happy fate.

Ski season in Finland

Finland cannot boast of a large set of black slopes, high slopes and interesting slopes, but there are plenty of comfortable, superbly equipped ski resorts with quite affordable prices in the country. Beginners and average skiers will feel more than great here. From additional entertainment- snowmobile safari, reindeer sledding, winter fishing, Finnish sauna. The ski season opens in mid-October (in some centers in early November) and lasts until April - mid-May. The amplitude of air temperature fluctuations during this period is from -3 ° C to -18 ° C.

Fishing season

Picturesque landscapes, ecological well-being of the country and lakes rich in fish attract hundreds of thousands of avid fishermen here like a magnet. In addition, the Finns themselves are a nation that cannot be imagined without a fishing rod in hand. The Aland Islands are a real mecca for anglers. There are both comfortable cottages and rental centers for the necessary gear. In principle, the fishing season lasts the entire 12 months, however, individual regions of Finland have their own periods. It should also be borne in mind that this or that fish is better caught at certain times of the year. In the southern regions of Finland, the best time to fish with a float rod is from mid-April to mid-May. The artificial bait will be rich in bite in spring and autumn. Perch "goes" well both in winter from under the ice and in summer. Ice fishing for burbot, grayling and pike is in January and February. Be careful, safe ice is at least 10 cm thick! Sea fishing is also very popular. Fishing for salmon by trawling is especially successful in the period from May to July, and for pike perch from June to July.

Wellness season

Finland is famous for its balneological resorts or, as they are also called here, water health centers. Some are located at ski stations, others along the edge of the sea or on the shores of natural bodies of water, and others in urban green areas. Here you will be helped to relieve stress, lose weight, rejuvenate, get a powerful boost of vivacity for the entire next year, as well as cure some chronic diseases. You can come to recuperation at any time of the year, but if you have the time, it is best to plan this kind of vacation in late spring, summer and the first half of autumn, when the weather is rather favorable.

Navigation season

Cruises on the Baltic Sea are vivid impressions, "splashes" of emotions and an indescribable atmosphere of romance

You can arrive in Finland by bus, by train, by plane, or by a comfortable motor ship, which most of all looks like a huge floating hotel. Every summer, from mid-May to the first ten days of September, a passenger motor ship runs between the Finnish town of Lapeeranta and the Russian Vyborg. Recently, a water communication has been established between Vyborg and Hamina, last flight it is planned to start up at the end of September, but the exact dates directly depend on weather conditions. During the New Year and Christmas holidays, holiday cruises from St. Petersburg with a call to the port of Helsinki are carried out. As a rule, two more Scandinavian capitals are subject to visit. Also, ferries depart regularly from St. Petersburg, the cost of tickets for the crossing from July to the end of August is approximately 35% -45% more expensive than in winter. Cruises on the Baltic Sea from Helsinki are very popular. In summer, from the Finnish capital, you can “float” for a couple of days to Tallinn or Stockholm through the Åland Islands.

Sale season in Finland

In Finland, you can buy stylish and high-quality clothing, as well as good-quality household goods. Twice a year, as in any European country, grandiose sales are held here. The most generous are post-Christmas, starting from December 27. During this time, discounts can be up to 70%. In summer they start at the end of June and coincide with the Johannus holiday. This is a great opportunity not only to update your wardrobe, but also to purchase jewelry, all kinds of souvenirs and ceramics at affordable prices.

It's time for holidays and festivals

Finland's holiday calendar is very impressive, its main events include the following: January 1 - New Year, January 6 - Epiphany, February 5 - Poet Runeberg Day, March 19 - Equality Day, April 27 - National Veterans Day, April - Lutheran Easter, May 1 - Vappu / May Day, second Sunday in May - Mother's Day, June 4 - Day of the Banner of the Finnish Defense Forces, June 12 - Founding Day of Helsinki, June 20-26 (movable date) - Johannus / Midsummer day, coinciding with Finnish Day flag, November 6 - Swedish Culture Day, November 8 - Father's Day, December 6 - Finnish Independence Day, December 8 - Jan Sibelius and Finnish Music Day, December 25 - Christmas, December 26 - St. Stefan. Summer is the time for numerous festivals and concerts. In July-August, Savonlinna hosts a large-scale opera festival, in which the most famous opera performers from around the world take part. At the same time, a 2-week chamber music festival is being held in Kuhmo. Also noteworthy are the colorful 4-day Kotka Sea Festival starting on the last Thursday in July and the 10-day Yutayset folklore festival in Rovaniemi during the White Nights.

Climate in Finland

Finland is a Nordic country. Its extreme northern position, the presence of the Gulf of Finland and proximity to the "Arctic Sea" contributed to the formation of cold climatic conditions. In the north, the continental type of climate prevails - humid and cool, the average daily air temperature is usually 5 ° C-10 ° C lower than in the rest of the country. In the south, there is a zone of transition from a maritime climate to a continental one. Summers are short and mild here. At this time of the year, the sun does not set beyond the Arctic Circle; “white nights” are observed for more than 2 months. Winters in the north are long and snowy, with a polar night of about 50 days. Due to the influence of westerly winds blowing from the Atlantic, Finland is much warmer than other countries at the same latitude. For example, in winter in the Finnish capital, the average daily air temperature is 10 ° C higher than in Magadan or Yakutsk.

Finland in spring

In March, snow begins to melt gradually in the coastal areas and in the southwest of the archipelago. During the day at this time there is often clear weather with weak winds, but on cold nights the melt water freezes, as a result of which ice forms on the roads in the morning. In April, the thermometer usually reaches +7 ° C; this month, the snow cover has completely melted on the coast. In May, it is observed up to +15 ° C - in the southern and central regions, young grass makes its way through the frozen damp ground. As the sun gradually returns to the north, it rises higher above the horizon, as a result of which the days become warmer. However, for these areas, sharp cold snaps are possible, and even at the end of May such a probability is quite high. So, in some years in Lapland in March air temperatures were recorded as low as -30 ° C, in April - up to -20 ° C. At the end of May, thawed patches cover the forest regions and the northern territories of the country.

Temperature and weather in Finland in spring

	Weather in March	Weather in April	May weather
Helsinki	+2	+8	+15
Rovaniemi	-3 +1	+3	+10 +2
Turku	+2 +1	+8 +3	+15 +5
Levy	-4	+1	+8
Kuopio	0	+6	+14

Finland in summer

Summer in Finland is moderately warm, during the day the air temperature ranges from +19 ° C to +21 ° C, and July is the "hottest" month of the year. In the southeast of the country, the highest average daily air temperatures are noted - in general, 3 ° C more, although sometimes tropical winds from the Atlantic penetrate here, which lead to an increase in the thermometer to +30 ° C. The coastal southwestern part of the country is considered the sunniest region in all of Northern Europe. Daylight hours during the period of "white nights" in the Arctic Circle lasts for 20 hours a day for 73 days. In the south, it is much darker at night, the level of illumination at this time resembles twilight. The early summer is rather dry, but in July and August there is a season of heavy rains, often accompanied by thunderstorms.

Temperature and weather in Finland in summer

	June weather	Weather in July	Weather in August
Helsinki	+19	+21	+19
Rovaniemi	+17 +7	+19 +12	+16 +14
Turku	+20 +10	+22 +15	+20 +17
Levy	+16	+18	+16
Kuopio	+19	+21	+19

0

TOP 9 ski resorts in Finland, where to go this winter

Modern ski resorts in Finland are not much inferior to Austrian, Swiss and others. Yes, there are no stunning Alps, the climate and weather are slightly different, but Finland has beautiful lakes, gorgeous forests, and great friendly people. If you are going to ski on the local slopes, then read the reviews of tourists and find out where and when it is better to go in Finland to go skiing. And so, our small TOP.

Santa Claus, dense snow-covered forests, reindeer in sleds, northern lights, frozen lakes - this is what winter Finland is associated with. And, it would seem, where do the ski resorts come from, because there is no high mountains and suitable slopes. But the Finns were able to come up with and make hundreds of incredibly beautiful and modern resorts for skiing not only downhill, but also on smooth skis. Read on - where and when to go, and where it is cheaper to go skiing.

Pyhä ski resort

The ski resort with the interesting name Pyhä is located in the Arctic Circle in the national park. Athletes of the national team train on these tracks. alpine skiing and that's it. Without a doubt, Pyhä is the best ski resort in the country.
On the slopes of the resort you can go skiing or snowboarding, you can walk in the snow on simple smooth skis. The total length of the tracks is about 12 kilometers, and the height difference reaches 305 meters.

Rookka

And this ski resort in Finland is always on the buzz. Here you can ride more than 200 days a year, and many people generally call it year-round. Sometimes the snow lies here all summer long and this attracts tourists. However, in the summer vacation here is very expensive, since the maintenance of snow-covered trails is very, very expensive.
The length of the ski slopes is 24 kilometers, and in total here you can try 35 slopes of different levels. I would especially like to note that the resort has more than 500 kilometers of smooth skiing trails. So there is a place for those who like to go skiing. Most of the trails are illuminated, so you can ride from early morning until late at night.

Levi ski resort

It is the largest ski resort in Finland. There is a huge number of tracks that are suitable for people with different levels of training. More than 43 kilometers of tracks have been laid for cross-country skiing. For smooth skis, about 230 kilometers. And if you want to ride a snowmobile, then there are more than 886 kilometers of snow-covered roads for you.
Since the resort is the largest and most popular, the prices are higher than average compared to other ski resorts. But you will remember visiting this resort forever. Especially its restaurants on the top of the mountains, from where you can see everything, and especially the northern lights.

Vuokatti

This is not just a ski resort, but whole center Olympic training. Athletes train here all year round. A snow tunnel has been dug in the resort. Where snowboarders and athletes of other disciplines can hone their skills.
The resort is located far from noisy cities, so there is silence and beautiful untouched nature. If you like smooth skiing, then you should not come here, since there are only slopes and tracks for practicing other Olympic disciplines for speed.

Tahko

Ski resort in the beautiful place Finland - in the Lake District. There are cozy cottages right next to the slopes, which can be rented for any period of time.
Since the resort is located next to lakes, it can often rain instead of snow, and frequent fogs do not always allow you to ride and enjoy your vacation.

Himos

Perhaps the most comfortable resort of all ski resorts in the world. It all started with the fact that a long time ago a family made this resort for themselves and their friends. And then I opened it for everyone. The atmosphere of comfort and kindness has been preserved here to this day. Perhaps this resort is the cheapest in the country, but it is not very convenient to get to it, since the nearest airport is far away.
The advantage of resting in Himos is that here you can just rent a room with small amenities or huge house... There are rooms and housing for any wallet size.

Ylläs

The resort is located right on the border with Sweden. Climbing to the top of any track, you will see Sweden and its resorts. Recently, the Finns themselves have chosen the Ylläs ski resort as the best in their country. This recognition speaks volumes.
It is curious that 95% of the slopes in the resort are intended for amateurs and inexperienced skiers. Professionals hardly come here. The slopes are easy, most of the slopes are very gentle.

If

If you like variety on vacation, then feel free to come here. In addition to the ski slopes, there is beautiful nature, stunning views from observation decks, many hiking trails and caves open to tourists.
Ski resort is included in the area national park and the Finns themselves love to come to Koli for the weekend.

Messilä

The resort is located near Helsinki and therefore is always crowded here. It also hosts international ski jumping and alpine skiing competitions.
The ski resort is located right on the shores of a picturesque lake, surrounded by rocks and mountains on all sides. You need to book a hotel here in advance, it is difficult to find a free room during the season. Therefore, most people come here by car for one day, and then they leave for the city or return back to their homes.