Tartu Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tartu, Tartumaa, Estonia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Tartu receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 734 mm (29 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, June receives substantial rainfall, averaging 93 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, March brings less snow/rainfall, with 42 mm (1.7 in) over 12 snowy/rainy days.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 284 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 4°C (39°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tartu Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Tartu's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Tartu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Estonia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Estonia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Tartu vs World: Rainfall Compared
Tartu's average annual precipitation is 734 mm (29 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Tartu's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tartu Climate page.
