Tallinn weather in December (Harjumaa, Estonia)

How is the weather in Tallinn in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Tallinn generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 2°C, while nights can cool down to about -3°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Tallinn in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of snow/rain.

The city usually sees around 21 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Tallinn. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tallinn climate page with graphs.

 

Tallinn, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 70%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 57 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 89%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 21 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Estonia in December

Find out more about the weather in Estonia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tallinn in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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