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Tampere, Pirkanmaa Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Tampere, Pirkanmaa?
Tampere, Pirkanmaa gets 589 mm of precipitation a year over about 165 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 23°C) and February the coldest (average low -9°C).
Humid continental climate
Tampere, Pirkanmaa has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -3°C in January to 23°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -7° | -2° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -1° | 9° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 11° | 21° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 3° | 9° |
How much rain does Tampere get?
Tampere gets 589 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 165 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 56% of Finland.
July is the wettest month, with 76 mm. March is the driest, with 28 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 18.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 24 days, to February 10, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Tampere got 563 mm of rain, against a normal of 589 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 153 mm.
Tampere weather by month
Tampere weather in January
In January, Tampere averages a high of -3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 8°C (2007) and the record low is -32°C (2003).
Tampere weather in February
In February, Tampere averages a high of -2°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 8°C (2021) and the record low is -31°C (2007).
Tampere weather in March
In March, Tampere averages a high of 2°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 16°C (2007) and the record low is -25°C (2006).
Tampere weather in April
In April, Tampere averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 24°C (1998) and the record low is -14°C (2023).
Tampere weather in May
In May, Tampere averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 29°C (2014) and the record low is -7°C (1999).
Tampere weather in June
In June, Tampere averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 33°C (2021) and the record low is -1°C (1997). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tampere weather in July
In July, Tampere averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 33°C (2010) and the record low is 3°C (2009).
Tampere weather in August
In August, Tampere averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 32°C (2018) and the record low is 1°C (1999). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tampere weather in September
In September, Tampere averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 27°C (2024) and the record low is -6°C (2002).
Tampere weather in October
In October, Tampere averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 19°C (2018) and the record low is -15°C (2002).
Tampere weather in November
In November, Tampere averages a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 12% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 13°C (2020) and the record low is -22°C (2010).
Tampere weather in December
In December, Tampere averages a high of -1°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 11% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 11°C (2015) and the record low is -29°C (2002).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Tampere
June is the sunniest month in Tampere, with estimated sunshine of 51% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 11%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 29% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Tampere is sunnier than 61% of Finland.
Humidity peaks in November at 92% and is lowest in May at 61%.
First and last freeze in Tampere
The first fall freeze in Tampere typically comes around September 27, and the last spring freeze around May 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 136 days.
Tampere weather records
These records cover TAMPERE HARMALA during 1997–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Tampere station is 33°C, on June 22, 2021. The coldest is -32°C, on January 7, 2003.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 73 mm of precipitation, on July 18, 2026.
34 all-time records have been set at the station since 1997.
The best time to visit Tampere
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -2°C and lows near -7°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -1°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 3°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8° | -3° | 40 mm | 16 | 91% | 15% | 8° | -32° |
| February | -9° | -2° | 30 mm | 14 | 89% | 21% | 8° | -31° |
| March | -6° | 2° | 28 mm | 13 | 79% | 33% | 16° | -25° |
| April | -1° | 9° | 34 mm | 11 | 69% | 42% | 24° | -14° |
| May | 4° | 16° | 31 mm | 10 | 61% | 44% | 29° | -7° |
| June | 9° | 20° | 68 mm | 12 | 65% | 51% | 33° | -1° |
| July | 12° | 23° | 76 mm | 14 | 75% | 34% | 33° | 3° |
| August | 11° | 21° | 63 mm | 13 | 80% | 34% | 32° | 1° |
| September | 7° | 16° | 55 mm | 14 | 84% | 27% | 27° | -6° |
| October | 2° | 8° | 58 mm | 15 | 88% | 20% | 19° | -15° |
| November | -1° | 3° | 53 mm | 16 | 92% | 12% | 13° | -22° |
| December | -5° | -1° | 52 mm | 18 | 92% | 11% | 11° | -29° |
Station: TAMPERE HARMALA, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1997–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Tampere climate questions
How much rain does Tampere get?
Tampere gets 589 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 165 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Tampere?
July is the wettest month in Tampere, with 76 mm. March is the driest, with 28 mm.
How many rainy days does Tampere have a year?
Tampere has about 165 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 18.
What is the hottest month in Tampere?
July is the warmest month in Tampere, with an average high of 23°C.
What is the coldest month in Tampere?
February is the coldest month in Tampere, with an average low of -9°C.
What is the record high temperature in Tampere?
Within the available 1997–2026 station history, the record high at the Tampere station is 33°C, set on June 22, 2021. The record low is -32°C, on January 7, 2003.
What is the sunniest month in Tampere?
June is the sunniest month in Tampere, with estimated sunshine of 51% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Tampere?
The first fall freeze in Tampere typically comes around September 27. The last spring freeze is around May 14.
What is the best time to visit Tampere?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.