What November feels like in Helsinki
Late autumn arrives in Helsinki with November. Midday brings little warmth — expect coat-and-scarf weather from morning to evening. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cold, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Helsinki in November
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on about one day in 2. Each rainy day adds about 5.2 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Helsinki's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 5.2 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in November
Mid-month, Helsinki gets 7 h 35 min of daylight, from sunrise near 8:17 am to sunset near 3:53 pm. Evenings are drawing in — 2 h 42 min less daylight than mid-October. About 26% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are often cloudy.
How November compares to the rest of the year
November is the 5th coolest month of the year in Helsinki. Compared with October, afternoons are 4.6°C (8.3°F) cooler, with 6 mm less rain. Temperatures keep falling into December. The next month's average high: 1.1°C (34°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — warm places to spend the coldest part of the day.
Tips for visiting Helsinki in November
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Quick questions
How warm is Helsinki in November?
It feels cold: typical highs are 4.3°C (39.7°F), with lows near 1.2°C (34.2°F).
Does it rain a lot in Helsinki in November?
Quite a lot — 68 mm spread over about 13 days.
What should I wear in Helsinki in November?
Based on the averages: rain protection and warm layers. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is November or December better for visiting Helsinki?
November scores better on our climate ranking (#10 of 12 vs #12), rated Poor against Poor. December is cooler and has more rainy days.