Kuressaare weather in January (Saaremaa, Estonia)

Looking to travel to Kuressaare in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Kuressaare typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 2°C. But by evening, they drop to around -3°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Kuressaare in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 42 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

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 TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 87%  
SunshineSunshine 42 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Estonia in January

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

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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 Kuressaare in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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