Saaremaa Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saaremaa, Estonia in August.

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Kuressaare Mändjala Nasva Orissaare

Thinking about venturing to Saaremaa, Estonia this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Saaremaa in August

Saaremaa, Estonia is a region in Estonia. August in Saaremaa generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Torgu at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Laugu at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Laugu and 17°C (63°F) in Torgu.

For specific regional insights in Saaremaa, Estonia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Leisi with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Torgu with 85 mm (3.3 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Kuressaare.

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Kuressaare sees around 257 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Saaremaa by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Saaremaa — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kuressaare)

January2°C (36°F) February1°C (34°F) March4°C (39°F) April9°C (48°F) May15°C (59°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August21°C (70°F) September17°C (63°F) October11°C (52°F) November7°C (45°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Saaremaa in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Saaremaa

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Saaremaa, Estonia?

Temperature range in Saaremaa (August)

Precipitation variation in Saaremaa (August)

Kuressaare

In August Kuressaare generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
257 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Kuressaare →

Mändjala

In August Mändjala generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
257 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Mändjala →

Nasva

In August Nasva generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
257 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Nasva →

Orissaare

In August Orissaare generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
257 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Orissaare →

Lümanda

In August Lümanda generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
257 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Lümanda →

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In our records: Estonia August extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Estonia brought 297 mm (12 in) in Alatskivi on August 19, 1989.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Saaremaa in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kuressaare 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Mändjala 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Nasva 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Orissaare 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Lümanda 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Suur-Rootsi 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 76 mm (3 in)

Saaremaa weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saaremaa, Estonia in August?

August in Saaremaa, Estonia brings perfect weather. In Kuressaare, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Saaremaa, Estonia in August?

Daytime temperatures in Kuressaare peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in August, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Saaremaa, Estonia get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Saaremaa, Estonia during August, with Kuressaare averaging close to 72 mm (2.8 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Saaremaa, Estonia?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Saaremaa, Estonia. Typically, the climate in Kuressaare is perfect.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Kuressaare. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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