Estonia weather in January
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.
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.
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. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 28 hours of sunlight in Tallinn. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Estonia in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Estonia climate page.
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Average weather in 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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Average weather in 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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Average weather in 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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Average weather in 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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Average weather in 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.
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