Best time to go

Tallinn in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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

Custom search

Is it worth visiting Tallinn in May?

Check your ideal travel criteria and see if the month of May suits your plans to go to Tallinn.
What matters most?
Tallinn in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Page summary

Tallinn in May in summary
Fair weather
Min 10°C Max 14°C 82 mm 5 day(s) 75% 39% 13°C 14.5 h/day 0.8 cm
Best activities in May
Cultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsNature and landscapesNightlifeGastronomyWell-being
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Low price 03:47 20:49
Hourly weather

Average weather in Tallinn in May 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Tallinn in May 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in May. This allows you to forecast the weather in May 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.

Loading hourly weather...
Loading hourly weather...
Loading hourly weather...
Climate

Climate of Tallinn in May

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

Temperatures and rain in Tallinn in May

Average daily weather

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

Monthly temperatures

The month of May 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 May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Tallinn in May

Check the seasonal normals in Tallinn in May 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
May
Weather data April May June
Outside temperature
Average temperature 5.3°C 11.7°C 16.2°C
Maximum temperature 7.1°C 13.6°C 17.9°C
Minimum temperature 3.5°C 9.9°C 14.4°C
Record maximum temperature 21.0°C
(2009)
26.0°C
(2009)
28.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature -4.0°C
(2013)
1.0°C
(2019)
5.0°C
(2009)
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%)
5 day(s)
(16%)
16 day(s)
(53%)
Number of days below 0° 3 day(s)
(10%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 1.8°C 7.0°C 13.6°C
Sea temperature (minimum) — — 1.5°C 9.6°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 4.4°C 12.8°C 17.6°C
Wind
Wind speed 19 km/h 17 km/h 18 km/h
Wind temperature 0.1°C 8.1°C 13.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 62.7 mm 81.9 mm 114.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 15 day(s)
(50%)
15 day(s)
(48%)
17 day(s)
(57%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(12%)
5 day(s)
(16%)
8 day(s)
(26%)
Record precipitation in one day 21.5 mm
(2017)
34.5 mm
(2010)
47.5 mm
(2012)
Other weather data
Humidity 81% 75% 75%
Visibility 8.5 km 9.2 km 9.3 km
Cloud cover 50% 39% 36%
UV index 2 3 4
Daily sunshine 12h 14h 17h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h06 03h47 03h03
Sunset time 19h38 20h49 21h40
Day length 14h32 17h02 18h37
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When very bad weather fair weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Tallinn in May?

Best activities in May
Cultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsNature and landscapesNightlifeGastronomyWell-being
Possible activities in May
Beach and swimmingBoat trip and cruise
Prices monitored continuously

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 1 May to 5 May 2027

£149 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
Searching for the best deals…

Round-trip prices per person, recently collected from Skyscanner. Each offer has its own collection date and fares change constantly: the price displayed on Skyscanner is authoritative.

Observed weather

What was the weather like in Tallinn in May last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
2°C9°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
7°C15°C3.9 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
5°C9°C0.0 mm
4
Overcast
5°C9°C0.0 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
1°C6°C0.0 mm
6
Moderate rain at times
4°C7°C1.5 mm
7
Overcast
2°C6°C0.4 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
3°C7°C0.1 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
4°C9°C0.2 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
2°C9°C0.1 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
5°C9°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
5°C11°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
4°C13°C0.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
7°C10°C1.2 mm
15
Overcast
5°C11°C0.1 mm
16
Cloudy
6°C14°C1.2 mm
17
Overcast
5°C12°C1.0 mm
18
Overcast
8°C13°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
8°C16°C0.0 mm
20
Partly Cloudy
9°C16°C0.0 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
8°C14°C0.0 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
9°C16°C0.1 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
9°C12°C2.2 mm
24
Partly Cloudy
9°C12°C1.4 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
7°C13°C2.2 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
10°C17°C0.0 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
11°C16°C0.0 mm
28
Light rain shower
11°C18°C0.3 mm
29
Light rain shower
13°C16°C0.6 mm
30
Overcast
11°C17°C0.0 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
11°C13°C0.0 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Tallinn in May?

Compare cities and destinations near Tallinn in May to find another travel stop, a nearby alternative or a logical continuation of your stay in Tallinn.

Loading...
Every month

Best time to visit Tallinn month by month

Compare the weather in Tallinn across all months of the year and open each detailed page to find the best time.

Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Tallinn in May: your frequently asked questions

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

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Tallinn in May, which ranks this month 5th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 14°C during the day and 10°C at night, with about 82 mm of precipitation spread over 5 rainy days.

The sea is only 7°C on average in May. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 14.5 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage, Family and attractions, Nature and landscapes and Nightlife. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 51/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

No: rates are at level Low price, with a price index of 32/100. 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.
Top
Switch to imperial units?

Temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and precipitation in millimetres. Based on your country of connection, °F and inches may be more familiar to you.