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Helsinki weather in March

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Helsinki March weather at a glance

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In March, Helsinki averages 0.9°C, with typical highs of 3.5°C and lows of -1.8°C. The historical average is 9 wet days and 85% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in March, it is 4.3°C cooler than Seoul, with a similar number of wet days.

Helsinki March temperature & humidity

Average0.9°CHigh 3.5° / low -1.8°
Humidity85%
Wet days9 days29% of days
Day–night range5.3°

Helsinki March rain & wet days

Wet days9 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days29%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Helsinki in March

Pack a warm insulated coat, thermal layers, gloves and a scarf. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 3.5°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low -1.8°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Insulated coatThermal base layersGloves and scarfCompact umbrella
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Helsinki March sunrise & sunset times

2026 March · Local time (Europe/Helsinki)

Sunrise on the 15th06:37
Sunset on the 15th18:22
Daylight duration11h 45m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-03-0107:1917:4710h 28m
2026-03-1506:3718:2211h 45m
2026-03-3106:4920:0213h 13m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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March weather by year

March 2024-0.4°9 wet days, 90% humidity
March 20252.3°9 wet days, 80% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

12°0°
22°0°1.3mm
34°0°1.6mm
45°0°4.6mm
57°0°5mm
610°3°
76°1°
810°3°
97°0°
105°2°6.6mm
112°-2°
12-1°-3°1.3mm
130°-3°4.6mm
141°-7°
153°-5°
162°-3°1.3mm
173°-7°
187°0°
197°1°
205°0°
215°-1°
223°-1°
235°-2°
243°1°3.9mm
255°2°
268°0°
276°-2°
286°3°
2910°4°
307°4°
319°5°

Frequently asked questions

What is Helsinki weather like in March?

In March, Helsinki averages 0.9°C, with typical highs of 3.5°C and lows of -1.8°C. The historical average is 9 wet days and 85% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Helsinki in March?

There are about 9 wet days in March. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Helsinki in March?

Pack a warm insulated coat, thermal layers, gloves and a scarf. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

What are the best months to visit Helsinki?

Recent weather data rates May among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Helsinki weather in March in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Helsinki in March?

On 2026-03-15, calculated sunrise is 06:37 and sunset is 18:22 in local time (Europe/Helsinki). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations