Weather in January in Estonia
Planning a getaway to Estonia this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Estonia in January?
January in Estonia generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Haanja at -1°C to cold in Vilsandi at 3°C. At night it cools down to -1°C in Vilsandi and -7°C in Haanja. In many regions in Estonia, January is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.For specific regional insights in Estonia, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Räpina with an average of 48 mm to moderate snowfall in Dirhami with 62 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 28 hours of sunshine in Tallinn. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Estonia climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Estonia?
Tallinn
In January Tallinn generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Pärnu
In January Pärnu generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kuressaare
In January Kuressaare generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tartu
In January Tartu generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Haapsalu
In January Haapsalu generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Estonia.
Is January the best time to visit Estonia?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Estonia due to the typically poor weather in Tallinn.
On average, the best time to visit Estonia is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Tallinn. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Estonia.
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