Kuressaare weather in January (Saaremaa, Estonia)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Kuressaare during January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Kuressaare usually has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. Anticipate daytime highs near 2°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -3°C. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.

Precipitation

Kuressaare in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 17 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 42 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kuressaare. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kuressaare, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 49 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 87%  

Sunshine 42 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Estonia in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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