The Estonian climate is temperate and mild, characterised by warm summers and fairly severe winters. The weather is often breezy and humid due to the proximity of the Baltic Sea. Furthermore, Estonia has more than 1,500 charming islands: the largest are Saaremaa, Hiiumaa and Muhu.

What is the average temperature in Estonia?

The average annual temperature in Estonia is 6.4 °C (43.5 °F). The climate is also influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, the North-Atlantic Stream and the Icelandic Minimum, which is an area known for the formation of cyclones and where the average air pressure is lower than in neighbouring areas.

Does Estonia get a lot of snow?

Snowfall is common between November and March, but October and April also usually have some snowy days. Rarely there is snow in May, over the last decade this has happened a few times. In September and June the return period (possibility of occurrence) is 50 years or even longer.

What are winters like in Estonia?

Winter in Estonia lasts from late November until late March with temperatures ranging from mild plus degrees to as low as minus thirty (-30°C).

How often does it rain in Estonia?

Quick Climate InfoColdest MonthFebruary (24 °F avg)Wettest MonthAugust (3.24 avg)Windiest MonthDecember (10 mph avg)Annual precip.26.52 (per year)1 more row

How cold is winter in Estonia?

Seasons in Estonia vary widely. Average temperatures range from 20.9° C in summer, with July usually being the hottest month, to -8° C in winter, although occasionally the temperature may rise to 30° C and above in summer or fall below -23° C in winter.

How long is winter in Estonia?

3.9 months The cold season lasts for 3.9 months, from November 24 to March 19, with an average daily high temperature below 37°F. The coldest day of the year is February 7, with an average low of 19°F and high of 28°F.