2Helsinki, Finland

Average Winter Temperature: -7°C (19°F)


The capital of Finland is famous for its freezing winters. With short daylight hours, Helsinki transforms into a winter wonderland. Snow blankets the city, and ice skating is a popular activity.
Locals embrace the cold with saunas, a traditional Finnish way of warming up. Despite the chilly weather, Helsinki’s modern cityscape and historical sites, like the Helsinki Cathedral, attract visitors year-round.