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Estonia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Estonia in August.

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Planning a getaway to Estonia this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Estonia in August

August in Estonia generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Dirhami at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Tahkuranna at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Tahkuranna and 17°C (63°F) in Dirhami.

For specific regional insights in Estonia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hiievälja with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Vasalemma with 98 mm (3.9 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Tallinn.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Tallinn gets approximately 256 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Estonia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Tallinn)

January0°C (32°F) February0°C (32°F) March4°C (39°F) April9°C (48°F) May15°C (59°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October10°C (50°F) November5°C (41°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Estonia in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Estonia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Estonia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Estonia?

Temperature range in Estonia (August)

Precipitation variation in Estonia (August)

Tallinn

In August Tallinn generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
313 hours
256 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Tallinn →

Pärnu

In August Pärnu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
310 hours
258 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Pärnu →

Kuressaare

In August Kuressaare generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
257 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Kuressaare →

Tartu

In August Tartu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
217 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Tartu →

Haapsalu

In August Haapsalu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Haapsalu →

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In our records: Estonia August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Estonia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Estonia brought 297 mm (12 in) in Alatskivi on August 19, 1989.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Estonia in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tallinn 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Pärnu 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Kuressaare 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Tartu 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Haapsalu 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Narva-Jõesuu 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Estonia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Estonia in August?

Expect perfect weather across Estonia in August. The popular destination of Tallinn averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Estonia in August?

Tallinn averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

Does Estonia get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Estonia during August, with Tallinn averaging close to 85 mm (3.3 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Estonia?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Estonia with overall perfect weather in Tallinn.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Tallinn. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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