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Tallinn in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Tallinn in January 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether January is a good month to travel to Tallinn, Estonia.

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Tallinn in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Tallinn in January in summary
Very bad weather
Min -4°C Max -2°C 87 mm 6 day(s) 92% 75% 4°C 3.3 h/day 37.0 cm
Best activities in January
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Low price 09:04 15:57
Hourly weather

Average weather in Tallinn in January 2027

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The weather in Tallinn in January 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in January. This allows you to forecast the weather in January 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Tallinn in January

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Tallinn in January.

Temperatures and rain in Tallinn in January

Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in January, with a separate scale for snow.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall Daily snow

Monthly temperatures

The month of January is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Tallinn in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Tallinn in January

Check the seasonal normals in Tallinn in January and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
January
Weather data December January February
Outside temperature
Average temperature -0.2°C -3.0°C -3.1°C
Maximum temperature 1.0°C -1.8°C -1.7°C
Minimum temperature -1.3°C -4.2°C -4.5°C
Record maximum temperature 9.0°C
(2015)
7.0°C
(2020)
8.0°C
(2020)
Record low temperature -16.0°C
(2009)
-21.0°C
(2010)
-22.0°C
(2011)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 16 day(s)
(52%)
24 day(s)
(77%)
23 day(s)
(79%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 4.0°C 0.8°C — —
Sea temperature (maximum) 8.1°C 3.6°C 1.3°C
Wind
Wind speed 23 km/h 20 km/h 19 km/h
Wind temperature -6.5°C -9.6°C -9.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 91.1 mm 87.0 mm 74.8 mm
Number of days with precipitation 23 day(s)
(74%)
22 day(s)
(71%)
19 day(s)
(66%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 6 day(s)
(20%)
6 day(s)
(18%)
5 day(s)
(17%)
Record precipitation in one day 33.4 mm
(2015)
22.3 mm
(2019)
30.7 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 90% 92% 93%
Visibility 7.3 km 6.5 km 6.7 km
Cloud cover 77% 75% 74%
UV index 1 1 1
Daily sunshine 3h 3h 5h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 09h13 09h04 07h57
Sunset time 15h19 15h57 17h15
Day length 6h06 6h53 9h18
Our opinion on the climate in January
The review of Where And When very bad weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Tallinn in January?

Best activities in January
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Possible activities in January
Family and attractionsWell-being
Activities not recommended in January
Beach and swimmingNature and landscapesNightlifeBoat trip and cruise
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The best offers right now to Tallinn

Each map is a real return flight offered from London, with its dates, airline and price. Choose one to find it on Skyscanner, or start your own search just below.

The cheapest

London Tallinn

From 14 Jan to 19 Jan 2027

£104 per person
5 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air
The cheapest

London Tallinn

From 10 Jan to 14 Jan 2027

£106 per person
4 days on site Direct flight Ryanair
The cheapest

London Tallinn

From 15 Jan to 19 Jan 2027

£112 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air
The cheapest

London Tallinn

From 13 Jan to 19 Jan 2027

£112 per person
6 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air
The cheapest

London Tallinn

From 22 Jan to 30 Jan 2027

£114 per person
8 days on site Direct flight Ryanair
The cheapest

London Tallinn

From 11 Jan to 18 Jan 2027

£115 per person
7 days on site Direct flight Ryanair
The cheapest

London Tallinn

From 20 Jan to 26 Jan 2027

£141 per person
6 days on site With stopover(s) Wizz Air
The cheapest

London Tallinn

From 1 Jan to 5 Jan 2027

£156 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Tallinn

From 5 Jan to 13 Jan 2027

£177 per person
8 days on site With stopover(s) SAS
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Observed weather

What was the weather like in Tallinn in January last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Tallinn in January 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
0°C5°C6.2 mm10.4 cm
2
Partly Cloudy
-4°C-2°C0.9 mm2.1 cm
3
Overcast
-5°C-2°C0.5 mm1.0 cm
4
Partly Cloudy
-10°C-4°C1.9 mm3.4 cm
5
Partly Cloudy
-8°C-3°C0.0 mm
6
Overcast
-5°C-2°C0.3 mm2.1 cm
7
Overcast
3°C4°C1.2 mm0.3 cm
8
Light freezing rain
0°C2°C0.1 mm0.3 cm
9
Patchy rain nearby
1°C2°C0.6 mm3.2 cm
10
Heavy snow
-3°C-1°C4.9 mm14.4 cm
11
Light freezing rain
-1°C1°C1.0 mm3.4 cm
12
Partly Cloudy
-4°C-2°C1.7 mm3.5 cm
13
Cloudy
-7°C1°C0.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
2°C3°C0.0 mm
15
Mist
-2°C2°C0.0 mm
16
Overcast
2°C3°C0.0 mm
17
Fog
1°C3°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
2°C4°C0.0 mm
19
Fog
1°C3°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
-1°C0°C0.0 mm
21
Overcast
-2°C-1°C0.0 mm0.1 cm
22
Fog
1°C2°C0.0 mm0.1 cm
23
Overcast
0°C1°C0.0 mm
24
Overcast
1°C2°C0.1 mm0.5 cm
25
Overcast
1°C3°C0.7 mm1.1 cm
26
Partly Cloudy
2°C4°C0.1 mm
27
Heavy snow
0°C2°C3.1 mm8.5 cm
28
Light drizzle
3°C4°C0.8 mm
29
Overcast
4°C6°C0.2 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
4°C5°C0.5 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
2°C4°C0.5 mm
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Where to go near Tallinn in January?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Tallinn in January: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Tallinn in January, which places this month 7th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of -2°C during the day and -4°C at night, with about 87 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

The sea is only 1°C on average in January. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 3.3 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage and Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 29/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

No: rates are at level Low price, with a price index of 37/100. It’s one of the most budget-friendly months.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Tallinn are: June, July, August and September. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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