Advice on Diving inFinland

... Ocean and the warming effects of the Gulf Stream. The Gulf Stream, combined with the moderating effect of the Baltic Sea and inland lakes, creates a warmer climate in comparison to other regions at this latitude. In the south, the winter air temperatures range from 0 °C to −30 °C, with snow cover from November-April. In summertime, from May-September, air temperatures go from 10 °C up to 35 °C. In Finland's extreme northern area, called Lapland, the sun does not set for up to 73 days during summer, and it does not rise for 51 days during winter. Scuba divers are advised that dry suits are th...