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Best time to go to Eastern Estonia

Find the best time to travel to Eastern Estonia using month-by-month climate and weather. Also compare tourist crowding by season. Also explore the region's main cities to find best time to go to Estonia. Identify the activities to prioritize by month.

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Eastern Estonia : best time to go in short
Most pleasant sea
above 19.1°C
July
Climate

Climate of Eastern Estonia

Explore monthly temperatures and rainfall city by city in Eastern Estonia with our detailed climate charts.

Weather charts: temperatures and precipitation in Eastern Estonia

Climate averages in Narva

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-6°C to 22°C 1114 mm/year (max 136 mm/month)

Temperatures

Average curve and range between monthly minima and maxima.
Average Min / max

Precipitation

Average monthly rainfall observed each month.
Average rainfall
Cities and places

Main cities of Eastern Estonia

Compare the main towns in the region to choose your base according to the weather, climate and the best time to travel.

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Narva
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Narva

Sillamäe
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Sillamäe

Kohtla-Järve
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Kohtla-Järve

Jõhvi
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Jõhvi

Kiviõli
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Kiviõli

Voka
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Voka

Narva-Jõesuu
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Narva-Jõesuu

Activities

Best time to go to Eastern Estonia according to your preferences

Identify the most favorable months for each travel desire to Eastern Estonia and the activities you wish to do there.

Beach and swimming

8/10
Best months
June July August
In East Estonia, beaches and swimming offer relaxing afternoons along the Gulf of Finland, with Narva-Jõesuu and Voka as the main access points. The waters are most pleasant... in summer; May and September can be suitable for cooler swims. Given local variations, check conditions on site before swimming.

Winter sports and snow

8/10
Best months
January February December
In East Estonia, winters are long and snowy, mainly allowing cross-country skiing, snowshoe walks and short outings on snow-covered terrain from bases such as Jõhvi, Narva... , Kiviõli, Kohtla-Järve, Sillamäe or Voka. Activities remain local and often modest: for large ski areas or specific facilities, plan to travel outside the region.

Cultural visits and heritage

7/10
Best months
April May June July August September
In East Estonia, cultural and heritage visits let you explore an industrial and borderland legacy: fortifications and architecture in Narva, ports and distinctive urbanism in... Sillamäe, museums and mining sites in Kohtla‑Järve, Kiviõli, Voka and Jõhvi. Tours often depart from these towns; museums and indoor centers make the activity possible year‑round, while outdoor walks are more comfortable in milder seasons.

Nature and landscapes

7/10
Best months
May June July August
In eastern Estonia, coastal landscapes, wooded fringes, lakes and mining relics offer varied panoramas between Narva and the coast. From Jõhvi, Kiviõli, Kohtla‑Järve... , Sillamäe, Narva‑Jõesuu or Voka, you alternate walks on seawalls, views over marshes and forests and viewpoints over the river. The relief is modest; plan local routes to reach the best viewpoints.

Well-being

6/10
Best months
May June July August
In eastern Estonia, wellness offerings remain modest but allow for recuperation after hikes and visits. Narva, Narva‑Jõesuu and Sillamäe offer spas and accommodation focused... on rest; Jõhvi, Kohtla‑Järve, Voka and Kiviõli provide more discreet options linked to coastal calm and nature. Useful for combining indoor relaxation with local walks; check availability with the establishments.
Visitor numbers

Crowd levels and tourist seasons

Compare the busiest periods and the quieter months to plan your trip to Eastern Estonia according to the atmosphere you seek.

Peak season
JulyAugust
High season
June
Mid-season
JanuaryAprilMaySeptemberOctoberDecember
Low season
FebruaryMarchNovember
Crowds at a glance

How do visitor numbers change in Eastern Estonia?

Visitor numbers in Eastern Estonia vary significantly depending on the time of year. The choice of month can therefore really change the atmosphere of the trip: livelier in high season, more relaxed and quieter in low season.

The high season is concentrated mainly in June, July and August, with more visitors, a livelier atmosphere and often increased demand for accommodations.

To travel with fewer crowds, the months of January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December are generally the most interesting in terms of crowds.

Updated on 15/09/2026

Visitor index month by month

An index from 0 to 100 to visualize how visitor numbers vary over the year.
The information and the chart above are an average of visitor numbers in Eastern Estonia. The low and high season dates may therefore vary depending on regions, cities, climate, or certain local events.
Regions

Other regions of Estonia

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Frequently asked questions

Best time to go to Eastern Estonia: Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we most often ask ourselves before booking.

The best weather conditions in Eastern Estonia are concentrated over 4 months: June, July, August and September. It is during this period that the weather is considered good to ideal.

Regarding weather, the least favorable months in Eastern Estonia are the following: January, February, March, April, October, November and December. Travel remains possible, but expect less pleasant conditions and a more flexible itinerary.

Precipitation is concentrated mainly in these months: July and August. The peak occurs in August, with about 141 mm of precipitation spread over approximately 9 wet days. Conversely, the driest month is April, with about 69 mm.

The hottest month in Eastern Estonia is July, with an average of 22°C during the day and 21°C at night. The coolest is February, with -3°C during the day and -3°C at night.

Swimming is most pleasant when the water temperature exceeds 19°C, that is during these months: July. The peak is reached in July, with about 20°C on average.

Visitor levels are significantly higher during these months: June, July and August. For a quieter trip, aim for January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December. Over the year, the average visitor index is 49/100.

We detail the month-by-month weather for 7 cities in Eastern Estonia, including Narva, Sillamäe and Kohtla-Järve. Compare them before finalizing your itinerary: conditions can vary significantly from one area to another.
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