The climate of Tartu in January is humid. An average of 75 mm precipitation is recorded over 21 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in December, the average recorded is 82 mm over 22 days.
Temperatures are very cold in Tartu in January: it is necessary to dress warmly. The average maximum temperature reaches -3°C, while the minimum falls to about -6°C. The month's average temperature is -5°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Tartu in January: 8°C as a maximum in 2020 and -29°C as a minimum in 2010. Plan for about 26 days with temperatures below 0°, which is 84% of the month.
In January, the days last on average 07:08 in Tartu. The sun rises around 08:49 and sets around 15:57.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of January is generally not recommended for traveling to Tartu in Estonia.
In January, the most favorable activities in Tartu are: Gastronomy.
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 Tartu in January: Family and attractions, Nature and landscapes and Nightlife.