In June, Helsinki Day (Helsinki’s birthday) is celebrated with a wide range of free events across the town. The nationwide Vappu, Finnish day for the springtime festival and May Day, is held on the 1 May. ![]() ![]() March kicks off with Helsinki Sauna Day and April follows with the biggest coffee festival in Northern Europe, Helsinki Coffee Festival. It’s good to know some of the most popular local celebrations and festivals to time your trip to Helsinki. In winter, the pace of life winds down and the cold gives way to beautiful snowy days you can spend ice skating, cross-country skiing or exploring the charming Christmas markets. In Helsinki that means nearly 19 hours of daylight and the sun barely setting during Midsummer celebrations! The hotter summer climate is perfect for relaxing beach days as well as endlessly bright nights in the lively city. It’s good to know that the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, occurs between 20–22 June. The moderate temperatures of spring and fall are great for comfortably exploring the outdoors and sightseeing in peace. ![]() Weather-wise, Helsinki caters well for all tastes and preferences as there are four distinctly beautiful seasons during which to explore the city's changing ambience. Travelling during the off-season can help to score lower accommodation rates and cheaper plane tickets to Helsinki. June, July, and January are the busiest months for the capital’s tourism and the flights to Helsinki can book up fast.
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