Verdict: Tough month
Tallinn Weather in January
January is deep-winter territory in Tallinn — daily highs around 0°C (32°F) and lows near -4°C (25°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 15 days, so build flexibility into plans. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Tallinn outside January.
Average high
0°C / 32°F
Average low
-4°C / 25°F
Rain days
~15
Precipitation
64 mm
What to pack for Tallinn in January
- Full winter kit — insulated coat, gloves, warm hat
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 15 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Tallinn: Jul (22°C / 72°F) · Coolest: Jan (0°C / 32°F) · Wettest: Jul (~17 rain days)
0°
-4°
Jan
0°
-4°
Feb
4°
-2°
Mar
8°
1°
Apr
15°
6°
May
21°
12°
Jun
22°
14°
Jul
21°
14°
Aug
16°
10°
Sep
11°
6°
Oct
5°
1°
Nov
0°
-4°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)