Tartumaa Weather in January

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

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Tartu Alatskivi Elva Külitse

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

What to Expect in Tartumaa in January

Tartumaa, Estonia is a region in Estonia. January in Tartumaa generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -1°C (30°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Tartu. In many regions in Estonia, January is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

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

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 50 mm (2 in) in Tartu.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Tartu gets roughly 36 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Tartumaa by month

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

January-1°C (30°F) February-1°C (30°F) March4°C (39°F) April11°C (52°F) May17°C (63°F) This monthJune21°C (70°F) July23°C (73°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October10°C (50°F) November4°C (39°F) December1°C (34°F)
Best Time to Visit Tartumaa →

Best Places to Visit in Tartumaa in January

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

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 Tartumaa

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

Temperature range in Tartumaa (January)

Precipitation variation in Tartumaa (January)

Tartu

In January Tartu 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
24 hours
36 hours
65 hours
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tartu →

Alatskivi

In January Alatskivi 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
24 hours
36 hours
65 hours
Monthly snowfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Alatskivi →

Elva

In January Elva 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
24 hours
36 hours
65 hours
Monthly snowfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Elva →

Külitse

In January Külitse 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
24 hours
36 hours
65 hours
Monthly snowfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Külitse →

Meerapalu

In January Meerapalu 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
24 hours
36 hours
65 hours
Monthly snowfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Meerapalu →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tartu -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Alatskivi -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Elva -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Külitse -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Meerapalu -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Vehendi -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Tartumaa weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Tartumaa, Estonia in January. The popular destination of Tartu averages -1°C (30°F) by day and -6°C (21°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Tartu peak at roughly -1°C (30°F) in January, dropping to about -6°C (21°F) overnight.

Does Tartumaa, Estonia get a lot of snow in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tartumaa, Estonia during January, with Tartu averaging close to 50 mm (2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tartumaa, Estonia?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Tartumaa, Estonia with often poor weather in Tartu.

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

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