Finland, Finland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Finland, Finland? If you're planning to go to Finland, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Finland
- Important essentials for Finland
- Activities for Finland
- Finland in January: weather and what to pack
- Finland in February: weather and what to pack
- Finland in March: weather and what to pack
- Finland in April: weather and what to pack
- Finland in May: weather and what to pack
- Finland in June: weather and what to pack
- Finland in July: weather and what to pack
- Finland in August: weather and what to pack
- Finland in September: weather and what to pack
- Finland in October: weather and what to pack
- Finland in November: weather and what to pack
- Finland in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Finland, Finland
Based on the climate and weather in Finland, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Finland, Finland
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Finland, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's wise to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should work in most areas, but check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Finland. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Finland, Finland by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Finland is beyond freezing. Temperatures average in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extreme cold weather gear
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Thermal undergarments
We chose:
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Night cap
It's important to wear something on your head at night in this climate like this
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Coveralls
We like:
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Neck warmer/cold weather face mask
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Fleece for under jacket
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Thick pajamas
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Insulated boots
The best value
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Lip balm
Our pick: here
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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Heated gloves
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
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Goggles for eye protection
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
February
If you are traveling to Finland in February, you will notice that it is unbearably cold. Daytime temperatures are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Fleece inner layer
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Heavy sweaters
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best values:
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Lip balm
The best pick: this one
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
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Extreme cold weather gloves
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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Thermal undergarments
We like:
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Pajamas
March
March for Finland can be extremely cold. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pajamas
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best choices:
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Thermal undergarments
We love:
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
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Heavy sweaters
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Fleece inner layer
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Extreme cold weather gloves
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Lip balm
The best pick: this
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
April
April in Finland can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
May
If you vacation in Finland during May, you may see that it can be brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
June
June in Finland is cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
July
If you visit Finland during July, you may see that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally around 60 during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
August
If you are traveling to Finland in August, you will notice that it is cool. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
September
If you visit Finland during September, you might see that it is brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
October
If you go to Finland in October, you will notice that it is cold. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
November
If you are traveling to Finland in November, you will notice that it can be extremely cold. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
December
If you go to Finland in December, you will notice that it can be bitter cold. Daytime temperatures are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Fleece inner layer
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best choices:
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Pajamas
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Extreme cold weather gloves
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Heavy sweaters
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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Lip balm
The best choice: this
Activities for Finland, Finland
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Finland.
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