Best Time to Visit Estonia
Best time to visit Estonia: May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Estonia
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Estonia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27° | 19° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 29° | 20° | 1,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 44° | 32° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 48° | 35° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 45° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 67° | 54° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 72° | 59° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 69° | 56° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 65° | 54° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 50° | 41° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 40° | 35° | 3,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 35° | 29° | 2,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Estonia compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Estonia.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finland | 51 mi | 44°F | about the same | 30 in |
| Helsinki | 51 mi | 44°F | about the same | 30 in |
| Helsinki Airport | 61 mi | 44°F | 34°F cooler | 31 in |
| Latvia | 173 mi | 47°F | +34°F warmer | 33 in |
| Sweden | 235 mi | 46°F | +33°F warmer | 24 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Estonia is a country in Europe. Estonia is a country in Europe with its capital at Tallinn. It has a population of about 1.4 million. The capital is Tallinn.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in Estonia with mainly clear. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 55°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Estonia is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 72°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 19°F.
The closest major airport is Helsinki Airport (HEL), about 61 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 68°F is in line with the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Estonia today at 8.4/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Estonia right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:15 PM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 65° / 56°
Rain · 100% rain · wind 31 mph
🌦️ 62° / 59°
Light showers · 100% rain · wind 36 mph
Quick facts about Estonia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 59°26′13.2″N 24°45′13″E (59.437, 24.7536) |
| Capital | Tallinn |
| Population | 1.370.000 |
| Area | 17.462 sq mi |
| ISO code | EE |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | EST |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Estonian |
| Calling code | +372 |
| Time zone | Europe/Tallinn |
| Local time | 4:15 PM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Estonia?
Estonia is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 59.437, 24.7536. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Estonia right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 71% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Estonia?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Estonia, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Estonia in?
Estonia observes Europe/Tallinn (UTC+03:00). The local time is 4:15 PM.
How many people live in Estonia?
Estonia has a population of approximately 1.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Estonia?
The closest airports are Helsinki Airport (HEL), 61 mi away and Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), 240 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 4:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
