Are you considering a trip to Helsinki in April? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +43°F and about 9 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 7 rainy days and 24 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+43°F
Avg. max. temperature
+14°F
Min.
+66°F
Max.
24 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Helsinki has good weather in April.
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Average temperature in Helsinki in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Helsinki for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in April is +48°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +61°F during the day and a minimum of +21°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +37°F to +43°F.
Is Helsinki warm or cold in April?
Helsinki is typically chill in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +34°F to +43°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +23°F to +32°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Helsinki:
Water temperature in Helsinki in April
Water in Helsinki in April is Cold. It varies from +30°F to +36°F, with an average of +33°F.The air temperature averaging +43°F is higher than the water temperature.
The water temperature in April is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Helsinki are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +55°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +31°F.
Can you swim in Helsinki in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Helsinki in April, the water is very cold (+33°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Helsinki in April
Helsinki weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+34°F
+43°F
+54°F
Min. temperature
-2°F
+14°F
+28°F
Max. temperature
+55°F
+66°F
+79°F
Rainfall
10 mm
24 mm
42 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+32°F
+33°F
+38°F
Humidity
79%
72%
68%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
7
9
12
Cloudy days
10
9
7
Rainy days
2
7
11
Snowy days
11
5
0
April often has better weather than March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +34°F to +43°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 10 mm to 24 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 7 to 9.
May brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Helsinki in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Helsinki is gradually increasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 8 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Helsinki based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in April stands at 23%, leading to total precipitation of around 24 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 7 rainy days during April, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Helsinki wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 83 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 10 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during April in Helsinki based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The chance of snow on a typical day in April is 0%, for a monthly total of around 0 mm.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last April in Helsinki?
This is the weather in Helsinki in April 2023:
1 April
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+38°F
2 April
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+37°F
3 April
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+36°F
4 April
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+39°F
5 April
☁️
+39°F
6 April
☀️
+37°F
7 April
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+48°F
8 April
☀️
+49°F
9 April
☀️
+52°F
10 April
☀️
+49°F
11 April
☀️
+50°F
12 April
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+61°F
13 April
☀️
+43°F
14 April
☀️
+42°F
15 April
☀️
+44°F
16 April
☀️
+48°F
17 April
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+52°F
18 April
☀️
+53°F
19 April
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+53°F
20 April
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+61°F
21 April
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+59°F
22 April
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+60°F
23 April
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+58°F
24 April
☀️
+55°F
25 April
☀️
+60°F
26 April
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+56°F
27 April
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+49°F
28 April
☁️
+47°F
29 April
☀️
+48°F
30 April
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+43°F
In April 2023 Helsinki had 27 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +48°F, with an absolute maximum of +61°F and a minimum of +36°F. The average humidity was 65%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 23%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Helsinki climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Helsinki in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+41°F) and the highest in 2020 (+52°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 248 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 1153 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Helsinki in April:
Is April a good time to visit Helsinki?
April is a really good time to go to Helsinki. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Helsinki.
Can you sunbathe in Helsinki in April?
Not really, April is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Helsinki in April?
Swimming in Helsinki in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Helsinki rainy in April?
Helsinki is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Helsinki in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Helsinki in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Finland
Check out the weather for other cities in Finland.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Helsinki, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
