Läänemaa Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Läänemaa, Estonia in January.

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Haapsalu Suur-Rootsi Matsuküla Noarootsi

Planning a getaway to Läänemaa, 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 to Expect in Läänemaa in January

Läänemaa, Estonia is a region in Estonia. January in Läänemaa generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Haapsalu. In many areas in Estonia, January brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across Läänemaa, Estonia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Suur-Rootsi with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Dirhami with 62 mm (2.4 in).

Explore Läänemaa by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Läänemaa - and find the best time to visit. (based on Haapsalu)

January1°C (34°F) February0°C (32°F) March3°C (37°F) April7°C (45°F) May12°C (54°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September16°C (61°F) October11°C (52°F) November7°C (45°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Läänemaa in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Läänemaa.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
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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 Läänemaa

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

Temperature range in Läänemaa (January)

Precipitation variation in Läänemaa (January)

Haapsalu

In January Haapsalu generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Haapsalu →

Suur-Rootsi

In January Suur-Rootsi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
21 hours
42 hours
53 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Suur-Rootsi →

Matsuküla

In January Matsuküla generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Matsuküla →

Noarootsi

In January Noarootsi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Noarootsi →

Rannaküla

In January Rannaküla generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
21 hours
28 hours
57 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Rannaküla →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Läänemaa, 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 Läänemaa in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Haapsalu 1°C (34°F) -3°C (27°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Suur-Rootsi 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Matsuküla 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Noarootsi 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Rannaküla 1°C (34°F) -3°C (27°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Pivarootsi 1°C (34°F) -3°C (27°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Läänemaa weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Läänemaa, Estonia in January?

Läänemaa, Estonia typically experiences less favorable weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Haapsalu average around 1°C (34°F), and temperatures drop to about -3°C (27°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Läänemaa, Estonia in January?

Haapsalu averages a daytime maximum of 1°C (34°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -3°C (27°F).

Does Läänemaa, Estonia get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Not particularly. Haapsalu averages just 62 mm (2.4 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Läänemaa, Estonia.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Läänemaa, Estonia?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Läänemaa, Estonia due to the typically less favorable weather in Haapsalu.

Generally speaking, July and August provide excellent weather in Haapsalu. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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