The climate of Estonia
The current climate in Estonia features temperatures ranging from a high of 22°C to a low of -1°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 11°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -5°C and in the warmer months around 14°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Estonia.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Estonia in recent years was 33°C in July 2018. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -20°C in January 2016.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Estonia gets 1293 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 93 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Estonia is based on weather data from Tallinn. Other places, like TartuHaapsalu, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Estonia to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Estonia?
The best time to visit Estonia for mild to warm weather is May and July. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Estonia.
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Climate Table of Estonia
The climate table of Estonia shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Temp. max (°C) | -1 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 16 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 16 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
Temp. min (°C) | -5 | -3 | -2 | 1 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 1 | -2 |
Precipitation | ||||||||||||
Precipitation (mm) | 109 | 118 | 265 | 39 | 35 | 112 | 71 | 146 | 111 | 145 | 84 | 58 |
Snow (cm) | 29 | 21 | 11 | 2,3 | 0,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3,6 | 9,0 | 16 |
UV Index | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Estonia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Estonia
Yearly Temperature in Estonia
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Estonia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Estonia
Total Yearly Precipitation in Estonia
Average Snowfall per Month in Estonia
Total Yearly Snowfall in Estonia
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Estonia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Estonia
Weather experiences in Estonia
The weather in Estonia is rated an average of 3 out of 5 stars by 3 visitors. Have you been to Estonia? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Snow was the norm, it was beautiful but challenging at the same time. Despite its charming winter look, it was not ideal for outdoor activities.
You can expect everything from rainy, gray days to clear, cold nights. Bring warm and waterproof clothing for a mixed and challenging fall experience.
The weather was mild and fairly stable, expected to be between 10 and 20 degrees. It rains occasionally, but most days have been dry and sunny.
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Average weather in Estonia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Estonia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.