Estonia Tallinn Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Tallinn is low
Tallinn Weather in January — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- -2° / -7°
- Rainfall
- 50mm · 11 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Tallinn in January averages a high of -2°C and low of -7°C with 50mm of rain over about 11 days. Deep winter. A heavy down jacket, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots, and thermal base layers.
January is low for Tallinn.
Low season and the year's best value.
Travel score
Tallinn January Weather Stats
Avg High
-2°C
Avg Low
-7°C
Rainy Days
11
50mm total
Sunshine
1h
Daily avg
Humidity
85%
humid
UV Index
0
Low
Wind
16 km/h
Gusts 40
Sea Temp
1°C
too cold to swim
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
8 μg/m³
PM10
15 μg/m³
Status
very good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
-7°C
Nighttime
-13°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
16 km/h
Max gust 40 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotels at about half price
- Quiet museums
Cons
- Cold (-2 to -7°C)
- About 6 hours of daylight
January Events & Festivals
- New Year
- Independence Day (Feb 24)
Tallinn in January — Full Picture
Low season and the year's best value.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Deep winter. A heavy down jacket, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots, and thermal base layers.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
8°C
0.7°C
7.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
20.7°C
11.3°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
9.7°C
4°C
11.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current-1.7°C
-6.3°C
10.3/mo
Tallinn Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2° | -7° | 11d·50mm | 1h | 85% | 0 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -2° | -8° | 9d·35mm | 3h | 82% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 2° | -4° | 7d·30mm | 4h | 78% | 1 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 1° | 8d·35mm | 7h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 5° | 8d·35mm | 9h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak | |
| June (white nights begin) (Best) | 19° | 9° | 9d·50mm | 10h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (best of summer) (Best) | 22° | 13° | 11d·75mm | 9h | 70% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (end of summer) (Best) | 21° | 12° | 12d·85mm | 8h | 75% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 16° | 8° | 11d·60mm | 6h | 80% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 9° | 4° | 12d·75mm | 3h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | 0° | 12d·70mm | 1h | 88% | 0 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -1° | -4° | 11d·50mm | 1h | 88% | 0 | Busy | Peak |
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Tallinn January Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Tallinn?
Tallinn in January is low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Tallinn in January?
Tallinn January averages a high of -2°C and a low of -7°C.
Does it rain much in Tallinn in January?
Tallinn January averages 50mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Tallinn in January?
Deep winter. A heavy down jacket, scarf, gloves, waterproof boots, and thermal base layers.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Tallinn in January?
Tallinn January sunrise is 09:15 and sunset is 15:45, with 6h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Tallinn in January?
Tallinn January air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 8μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Tallinn in January?
In January, Tallinn is great for Old Town (UNESCO), Museums, Sauna.
Is January peak season in Tallinn?
Tallinn January crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.