Tallinn Weather in December 2026: what to expect (0.6/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

Winter in Tallinn is cool (2.0°F during the day). Days are short (0.7h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. With 46.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

December ranks 10 out of 12 months in Tallinn. Compared to November: −5°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

0 · low

no protection needed

Feels like

dry air

-2°

Sea

4°C

cold, for the brave

Daylight

5.7h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 24

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Tallinn is June (7.7/10), 7.1 pts higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Tallinn, Estonian capital: 450,000 inhabitants on the Gulf of Finland, the best-preserved medieval old town in northern Europe (UNESCO, 13th-16th century). Hyper-digital Estonia (e-residency, e-government global model since 1991).

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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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 trip.

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 · 70°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 34°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 50%

🏖️ Beach trip

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept

🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée

🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days

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Location

Where is Tallinn ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Estonia

Temperate oceanic climate with a 7.7 → 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?

June is the best month with 68°F highs, 54°F lows, 9.8h of sunshine and 37.0% rainy days. The months of June & July offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Tallinn get in June?

Tallinn averages 9.8 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.2/10.

What is the rainiest month in Tallinn?

January is the most unfavourable month with January 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 June?

In June, overnight lows reach 54°F, while afternoon highs average 68°F.

Is Tallinn good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Tallinn scores 0.6/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 7.2/10.

When should you avoid Tallinn?

January is the most difficult month to visit Tallinn, with January 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 December?

In December, the sea averages 39°F in Tallinn: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.

Do you need sun protection in Tallinn in December?

The average UV index reaches 0 in December in Tallinn (low), with about 5.7h of daylight. No protection needed.