Climate Insights for Kuressaare

Saare County, Estonia

Hottest
July
21°C peak69°F peak
Coldest
January
-2°C low28°F low
Wettest
August
79 mm rain3.1 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kuressaare is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 615 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kuressaare receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kuressaare 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 January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 91cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Kuressaare is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 24.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Kuressaare receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kuressaare 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 January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 28°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 36in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -2°FebMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -2°MarMax: 4°Average: 2°Min: -1°AprMax: 8°Average: 5°Min: 2°MayMax: 14°Average: 11°Min: 7°JunMax: 19°Average: 16°Min: 12°JulMax: 21°Average: 18°Min: 15°AugMax: 20°Average: 18°Min: 15°SepMax: 16°Average: 14°Min: 11°OctMax: 11°Average: 9°Min: 7°NovMax: 6°Average: 5°Min: 3°DecMax: 3°Average: 2°Min: 0°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°FAverage: 31°FMin: 28°FFebMax: 34°FAverage: 31°FMin: 28°FMarMax: 39°FAverage: 35°FMin: 30°FAprMax: 47°FAverage: 42°FMin: 36°FMayMax: 58°FAverage: 52°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 66°FAverage: 61°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 69°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 62°FAverage: 57°FMin: 53°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 48°FMin: 44°FNovMax: 43°FAverage: 40°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 38°FAverage: 35°FMin: 32°F
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Temperatures in Kuressaare vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Kuressaare vary considerably across the year, with a 41°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 31°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 30mmFebPrecipitation: 40mmSnow: 16mmMarPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 11mmAprPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 6mmMayPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 79mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 57mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 11mmDecPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 16mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 12inFebPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 6inMarPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 4inAprPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 4inDecPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 6in
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Kuressaare is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 615 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 51 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 79 mm of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 33 mm. That's 46 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 91cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 30cm.Kuressaare is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 24.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.1 in of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.3 in. That's 1.8 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 36in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 12in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 22km/hFebWind Speed: 21km/hMarWind Speed: 20km/hAprWind Speed: 19km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 17km/hJulWind Speed: 17km/hAugWind Speed: 17km/hSepWind Speed: 19km/hOctWind Speed: 22km/hNovWind Speed: 20km/hDecWind Speed: 22km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 11mphSepWind Speed: 12mphOctWind Speed: 13mphNovWind Speed: 13mphDecWind Speed: 13mph
Wind Speed

Kuressaare is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/h 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 21km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 20km/h in autumn.Kuressaare is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4mph 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 13mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-1°31°F
Feb-1°31°F
Mar2°35°F
Apr5°42°F
May11°52°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct9°48°F
Nov5°40°F
Dec2°35°F

The best time to visit Kuressaare is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 64 mm per month. By contrast, January 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 Kuressaare is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, January 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 Kuressaare 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 Kuressaare 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 °C28 °F
1 °C34 °F
22 km/h14 mph
54 mm2.1 in
30 cm12 in
Feb
-2 °C28 °F
1 °C34 °F
21 km/h13 mph
40 mm1.6 in
16 cm6 in
Mar
-1 °C30 °F
4 °C39 °F
20 km/h12 mph
33 mm1.3 in
11 cm4 in
Apr
2 °C36 °F
8 °C47 °F
19 km/h12 mph
35 mm1.4 in
6 cm2 in
May
7 °C45 °F
14 °C58 °F
16 km/h10 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
19 °C66 °F
17 km/h10 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
21 °C69 °F
17 km/h10 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C58 °F
20 °C68 °F
17 km/h11 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C53 °F
16 °C62 °F
19 km/h12 mph
57 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C44 °F
11 °C51 °F
22 km/h13 mph
68 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C38 °F
6 °C43 °F
20 km/h13 mph
54 mm2.1 in
11 cm4 in
Dec
0 °C32 °F
3 °C38 °F
22 km/h13 mph
47 mm1.8 in
16 cm6 in