Tallinn Holiday Weather Overview
Tallinn is the largest and capital city in Estonia. Tallinn can be found on the shore of the Gulf of Finland and the Old Town of Tallinn is classified as a World Heritage site. In 2011 Tallinn was the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Turku in Finland.
Best food and places to eat in Tallinn
Tallinn has a wide variety of different cuisines on offer that include Eastern European, American, Mediterranean, Mexican, Seafood, German, British, French, Indian European, Fusion and Global themed restaurants.
Some of the best restaurants in the city include Rataskaevu 16, Tchaikovsky, Mix, Von Krahli Aed, Ill Draakon, Vegan Restoran V, Dominic, Leib Resto ja Aed, Kohvik MOON, Il Gallo Nero, Masha Restaurant, Ribe and Porgu.
Top hotels in Tallinn
Tallinn has lots of different types of accommodation on offer in the town that include a large number of hostels, hotels, bed and breakfasts and converted houses.
For accommodation that gives you a true feel of Tallinn then the hostels, bed & breakfasts and converted houses offer your best opportunity to experience it. There are lots to choose from including the Tabinoya OU, the Bridgettine Convent Guest House, the Marta Guesthouse, the Old House Hostel, the Videviku Guesthouse, the Romeo Family Apartments and the Vabriku Hostel.
If you would rather stay in a hotel then there is the Swissotel Tallinn, the Hotel Telegraaf, the St. Petersbourg Hotel, the Radisson Blu Sky Hotel, the Savoy Boutique Hotel, the Hotel Schlossle, the Merchant’s House Hotel, the Nordic Hotel Forum and My City Hotel Tallinn.
Things to do and see in Tallinn
There is a lot to see and do in Tallinn that includes the Lennusadam Seaplane Harbour, the Toompea Hill and the unmissable Tallinn Old Town.
If you want to do something slightly different on your holiday to Tallinn there is the Tondi Shooting Range that is not to be missed and is also the largest shooting range in the Baltic States.
For more architecturally stunning features in Tallinn there is the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Tallinn Town Hall, the Oleviste Church, the Town Hall Square and Kadriorg Park.
For more cultural pursuits there is the Rocca Al Mare Open Air Museum and the Kumu Art Museum.
When is the best month to visit Tallinn?
Summer is the best time to visit Tallinn as not only do you have the longer daylight hours to enjoy the city you also get the benefit of the warmer temperatures and the opportunity to explore the streets of the city.
Climate in Tallinn
Tallinn has a humid continental climate that means Tallinn enjoys warm summers and cold winters. The coastal location of Tallinn means that the winters are milder than other cities that lie on the same latitude.
The winters often see heavy snowfall that stays on the ground with February being the coldest month of the year with an average temperature of -4 degrees Celsius. In January and December the temperatures are slightly warmer with temperatures averaging around 0 degrees Celsius.
The spring and autumn are mild with rainfall but March and November both experience temperatures around freezing as seasonal lows close to winter.
The summer experiences average temperatures of between 19 degrees Celsius and 21 degrees Celsius during the day though temperatures during the night can drop to between 9 degrees Celsius and 12 degrees Celsius.
What to pack and wear in Tallinn?
During the summer light clothing is perfect for the day but the nights will require longer and slightly warmer clothing. The winter, spring and autumn require much warmer clothing that can cope with drops in temperature as well as the likelihood of snow.
Best months to visit Tallinn?
July and June are the best month to go for holiday or travel to Tallinn. The weather averages gathered from Tallinn weather forecast and Tallinn weather history also forecast these months temperature to be around 21°c and average of 189.4 hours of sunshine in a month.
Coldest months of Tallinn?
February and January are the coldest months with temperature at around -5°c.
Which months receive most rainfall in Tallinn?
August and July receive most rainfall with precipitation count of 93.12mm.
Travelling to Tallinn? Check out our Weather averages of Tallinn to better plan your holiday or travel.
If you would just like to know what the weather was for a past dates for research or education or you are just curious then visit our historical weather of Tallinn section.