Our verdict
The best time to visit Estonia is May-June
In summer, temperatures can reach as high 27℃ (80℉) in the middle of the day in Tallinn. The temperature at night in the winter can drop to as low as -15℃ (5℉), although this can differ at other destinations across Estonia depending on the geography.
If you’re keen to see the sights of Estonia during the day, the sun stays up the longest around July. The wet season in Estonia usually falls during the months surrounding August each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
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Estonia seasons
Before you plan your trip, it’s important to know when the seasons are as they may be different to yours depending on where you’re travelling from. Estonia is in the Northern hemisphere, so the seasons fall on:
Season | Months |
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Summer | June to August |
Autumn/fall | September to November |
Winter | December to February |
Spring | March to May |
Best time to visit the top destinations in Estonia
We’ve put together a breakdown of the average minimum and maximum temperatures by month, as well as the best times to visit for each. To learn more about these destinations including detailed climate breakdowns and much more, click or tap the city/destination name below.
City | Best time to visit | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Tallinn | May-June | ↑↓ | -2℃-5℃ | -2℃-5℃ | 1℃-3℃ | 8℃2℃ | 14℃7℃ | 18℃10℃ | 21℃14℃ | 20℃14℃ | 16℃11℃ | 9℃5℃ | 5℃2℃ | 1℃-2℃ |
Top FAQs
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