The climate of Saaremaa in January is humid. An average of 91 mm precipitation is recorded over 21 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in December, the average recorded is 95 mm over 22 days.
Temperatures are very cold in Saaremaa in January: it is necessary to dress warmly. The average maximum temperature reaches 0°C, while the minimum falls to about -2°C. The month's average temperature is -1°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Saaremaa in January: 8°C as a maximum in 2020 and -13°C as a minimum in 2010. Plan for about 20 days with temperatures below 0°, which is 65% of the month.
In January, the days last on average 07:06 in Saaremaa. The sun rises around 09:06 and sets around 16:12.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of January is generally not recommended for traveling to Saaremaa in Estonia.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Cultural visits and heritage.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Saaremaa in January: Beach and swimming, Hiking and trekking, Animal observation, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise.
