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    When does spring start in Finland?

    Spring dates by region and what the season is like for travellers.

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    Short answer

    Spring begins when the daily mean temperature rises above zero. The Finnish Meteorological Institute says this happens in early April in Åland and the southwestern archipelago, later in April in most of Finland and in early May in northernmost Lapland. Spring lasts 45 to 65 days and ends when the daily mean passes 10 °C.

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    Why

    1. FMI says spring starts in early April in Åland and the southwestern archipelago.
    2. According to FMI, spring starts in early May in northernmost Lapland.
    3. FMI gives spring a length of 45 to 65 days, longest in coastal and island areas.

    Details

    Early spring is slushy in towns as snow melts. In Lapland, March and April bring sunny days with snow still on the ground, which Finns call kevättalvi, late winter.

    Tip

    In April and May, bring waterproof shoes. Melting snow makes streets and forest paths wet.

    What may differ

    Spring can be quick: there are years when the jump from snow to green leaves happens in just a few weeks in May.

    Common misconception

    Spring in Finland starts in March like in central Europe.

    What actually happens

    By the meteorological definition, spring starts in April in the south and in May in the far north.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Weather varies a lot from year to year, so check the forecast of the Finnish Meteorological Institute before you travel.

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