Tartumaa Weather in May

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

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Tartu Alatskivi Elva Külitse

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

What to Expect in Tartumaa in May

Tartumaa, Estonia is a region in Estonia. May in Tartumaa generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Tartu.

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

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 60 mm (2.4 in) in Tartu.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Tartu gets approximately 259 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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)
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Best Places to Visit in Tartumaa in May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Tartumaa, Estonia?

Temperature range in Tartumaa (May)

Precipitation variation in Tartumaa (May)

Tartu

In May Tartu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
259 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Tartu →

Alatskivi

In May Alatskivi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
259 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Alatskivi →

Elva

In May Elva generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
259 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Elva →

Külitse

In May Külitse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
259 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Külitse →

Meerapalu

In May Meerapalu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
259 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Meerapalu →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tartu 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Alatskivi 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Elva 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Külitse 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Meerapalu 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Vehendi 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Tartumaa weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Tartumaa, Estonia typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Tartu average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

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

In Tartu, the average daytime high in May is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Tartumaa, Estonia. Tartu averages only about 60 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tartumaa, Estonia?

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

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

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