Saaremaa Weather in May

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

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Kuressaare Mändjala Nasva Orissaare

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

What to Expect in Saaremaa in May

Saaremaa, Estonia is a region in Estonia. May in Saaremaa generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Torgu at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Laugu at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Laugu and 8°C (46°F) in Torgu.

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

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 37 mm (1.5 in) in Kuressaare.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Kuressaare typically receives 207 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Saaremaa in May

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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 Saaremaa

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

Temperature range in Saaremaa (May)

Precipitation variation in Saaremaa (May)

Kuressaare

In May Kuressaare generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
207 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kuressaare →

Mändjala

In May Mändjala generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
207 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Mändjala →

Nasva

In May Nasva generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
207 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Nasva →

Orissaare

In May Orissaare generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
207 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Orissaare →

Lümanda

In May Lümanda generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
207 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Lümanda →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kuressaare 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Mändjala 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Nasva 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Orissaare 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Lümanda 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Suur-Rootsi 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)

Saaremaa weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Saaremaa, Estonia in May. The popular destination of Kuressaare averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Saaremaa, Estonia during May range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Kuressaare.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Saaremaa, Estonia during May, with Kuressaare averaging close to 37 mm (1.5 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Saaremaa, Estonia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Saaremaa, Estonia with overall tolerable weather in Kuressaare. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Kuressaare. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

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