Ida-Virumaa Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ida-Virumaa, Estonia in January.

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Narva-Jõesuu Narva Kohtla-Järve Toila

Are you planning a trip a to Ida-Virumaa, Estonia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Ida-Virumaa in January

Ida-Virumaa, Estonia is a region in Estonia. January in Ida-Virumaa generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -1°C (30°F) and nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) in Narva. January is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

To explore the conditions in Ida-Virumaa, Estonia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Kiviõli with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snowfall in Sillamäe with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Narva receives around 27 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Ida-Virumaa in January

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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 Ida-Virumaa

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Ida-Virumaa, Estonia?

Temperature range in Ida-Virumaa (January)

Precipitation variation in Ida-Virumaa (January)

Narva

In January Narva generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
16 hours
27 hours
61 hours
Monthly snowfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Narva →

Narva-Jõesuu

In January Narva-Jõesuu generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
16 hours
27 hours
61 hours
Monthly snowfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Narva-Jõesuu →

Kohtla-Järve

In January Kohtla-Järve generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
16 hours
27 hours
61 hours
Monthly snowfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kohtla-Järve →

Toila

In January Toila generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
16 hours
27 hours
61 hours
Monthly snowfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Toila →

Kiviõli

In January Kiviõli generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
16 hours
27 hours
61 hours
Monthly snowfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kiviõli →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ida-Virumaa, in Estonia.

In our records: Estonia January extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Estonia was -30°C (-22°F) in Paide on January 10, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ida-Virumaa in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Narva-Jõesuu -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Narva -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Kohtla-Järve -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Toila -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Kiviõli -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Jõhvi -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

Ida-Virumaa weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ida-Virumaa, Estonia in January?

Ida-Virumaa, Estonia typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Narva average around -1°C (30°F), and temperatures drop to about -7°C (19°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Ida-Virumaa, Estonia in January?

In Narva, the average daytime high in January is -1°C (30°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -7°C (19°F).

Does Ida-Virumaa, Estonia get a lot of snow in January?

January is on the drier side in Ida-Virumaa, Estonia. Narva averages only about 56 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ida-Virumaa, Estonia?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Ida-Virumaa, Estonia with often poor weather in Narva.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Narva. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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