Valgamaa Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Valgamaa, Estonia in December.

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Otepää Valga Sangaste Nüpli

Planning a trip to Valgamaa, Estonia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Valgamaa in December

Valgamaa, Estonia is a region in Estonia. December in Valgamaa generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Otepää. In numerous regions in Estonia, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

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

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 55 mm (2.2 in) in Otepää.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Otepää receives around 24 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Valgamaa by month

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

January-1°C (30°F) February-1°C (30°F) March4°C (39°F) April11°C (52°F) May17°C (63°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°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 Valgamaa in December

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

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 Valgamaa

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Valgamaa, Estonia?

Temperature range in Valgamaa (December)

Precipitation variation in Valgamaa (December)

Otepää

In December Otepää generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
24 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Otepää →

Valga

In December Valga generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
24 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Valga →

Sangaste

In December Sangaste generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
24 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sangaste →

Nüpli

In December Nüpli generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
24 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nüpli →

Pühajärve

In December Pühajärve generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
24 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pühajärve →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Valgamaa in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Otepää 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Valga 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Sangaste 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Nüpli 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Pühajärve 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Sihva 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Valgamaa weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Valgamaa, Estonia in December?

Expect poor weather across Valgamaa, Estonia in December. The popular destination of Otepää averages 1°C (34°F) by day and -4°C (25°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Valgamaa, Estonia in December?

Daytime temperatures in Otepää peak at roughly 1°C (34°F) in December, dropping to about -4°C (25°F) overnight.

Does Valgamaa, Estonia get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Not particularly. Otepää averages just 55 mm (2.2 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Valgamaa, Estonia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Valgamaa, Estonia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Otepää, December may not be the ideal time to visit Valgamaa, Estonia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Otepää. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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