The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Tallinn. Temperatures rise (15°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (24% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (8.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 4 out of 12 months in Tallinn. Compared to April: +7°C daytime, +2.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
5°
Sea
8°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
16.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Tallinn is July (8.0/10), 0.7 pt higher than May.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Hotels & rentals · Tallinn
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Estonia
🗣️LanguageEstonien
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 21°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 1°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 42%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in May
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Location
Where is Tallinn ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
EstoniaTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.0 → 0.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
59.44°N · 24.75°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tallinn?
July is the best month with 21.0°C highs, 14.0°C lows, 10.1h of sunshine and 29.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Tallinn get in July?
Tallinn averages 10.1 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Tallinn?
December is the most unfavourable month with December has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Tallinn in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 14.0°C, while afternoon highs average 21.0°C.
Is Tallinn good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tallinn scores 0.7/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.5/10.
When should you avoid Tallinn?
December is the most difficult month to visit Tallinn, with December has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Tallinn in May?
In May, the sea averages 8°C in Tallinn: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Tallinn in May?
The average UV index reaches 5 in May in Tallinn (moderate), with about 16.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.