Climate Insights for Haapsalu

Lääne County, Estonia

Hottest
July
19°C peak66°F peak
Coldest
February
-2°C low28°F low
Wettest
August
111 mm rain4.4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Haapsalu is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 795 mm of precipitation falls per year. Haapsalu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Haapsalu is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 121cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Haapsalu is cool. The average annual temperature is 46°F and approximately 31.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Haapsalu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Haapsalu is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 28°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 48in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°FAverage: 31°FMin: 29°FFebMax: 32°FAverage: 30°FMin: 28°FMarMax: 35°FAverage: 33°FMin: 31°FAprMax: 42°FAverage: 40°FMin: 38°FMayMax: 52°FAverage: 50°FMin: 48°FJunMax: 62°FAverage: 60°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 66°FAverage: 65°FMin: 63°FAugMax: 66°FAverage: 64°FMin: 62°FSepMax: 60°FAverage: 58°FMin: 56°FOctMax: 50°FAverage: 48°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 42°FAverage: 41°FMin: 39°FDecMax: 37°FAverage: 35°FMin: 33°F
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Temperatures in Haapsalu vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Haapsalu vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 66°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 30°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 66mmSnow: 38mmFebPrecipitation: 53mmSnow: 28mmMarPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 17mmAprPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 8mmMayPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 59mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 80mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 111mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 73mmSnow: 10mmDecPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 19mm
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Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 15inFebPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 11inMarPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 3inMayPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 4inDecPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 7in
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Haapsalu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 795 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 66 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 111 mm of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 34 mm. That's 77 mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 121cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 38cm.Haapsalu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 31.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 1.3 in. That's 3 in less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 48in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 15in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 28km/hFebWind Speed: 26km/hMarWind Speed: 24km/hAprWind Speed: 23km/hMayWind Speed: 19km/hJunWind Speed: 20km/hJulWind Speed: 21km/hAugWind Speed: 22km/hSepWind Speed: 24km/hOctWind Speed: 28km/hNovWind Speed: 27km/hDecWind Speed: 28km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17mphFebWind Speed: 16mphMarWind Speed: 15mphAprWind Speed: 14mphMayWind Speed: 12mphJunWind Speed: 13mphJulWind Speed: 13mphAugWind Speed: 14mphSepWind Speed: 15mphOctWind Speed: 17mphNovWind Speed: 17mphDecWind Speed: 18mph
Wind Speed

Haapsalu is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 28km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 27km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 26km/h in autumn.Haapsalu is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 15mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 18mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 17mph in winter, 14mph in spring, 13mph in summer, 16mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-1°31°F
Feb-1°30°F
Mar1°33°F
Apr4°40°F
May10°50°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep14°58°F
Oct9°48°F
Nov5°41°F
Dec2°35°F

The best time to visit Haapsalu is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 69 mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Haapsalu is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 in per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 28°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Haapsalu based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Haapsalu based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-2 °C29 °F
0 °C33 °F
28 km/h17 mph
66 mm2.6 in
38 cm15 in
Feb
-2 °C28 °F
0 °C32 °F
26 km/h16 mph
53 mm2.1 in
28 cm11 in
Mar
-1 °C31 °F
2 °C35 °F
24 km/h15 mph
39 mm1.6 in
17 cm7 in
Apr
3 °C38 °F
6 °C42 °F
23 km/h14 mph
38 mm1.5 in
8 cm3 in
May
9 °C48 °F
11 °C52 °F
19 km/h12 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C58 °F
17 °C62 °F
20 km/h13 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C63 °F
19 °C66 °F
21 km/h13 mph
80 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C62 °F
19 °C66 °F
22 km/h14 mph
111 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C56 °F
15 °C60 °F
24 km/h15 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
10 °C50 °F
28 km/h17 mph
99 mm3.9 in
1 cm1 in
Nov
4 °C39 °F
6 °C42 °F
27 km/h17 mph
73 mm2.9 in
10 cm4 in
Dec
1 °C33 °F
3 °C37 °F
28 km/h18 mph
63 mm2.5 in
19 cm7 in