Climate Insights for Viljandi

Viljandi County, Estonia

Hottest
July
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
January
-5°C low22°F low
Wettest
August
102 mm rain4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Viljandi is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 767 mm of precipitation falls per year. Viljandi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Viljandi 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 -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 142cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Viljandi is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 30.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Viljandi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Viljandi 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 22°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 56in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -1°Average: -3°Min: -5°FebMax: 0°Average: -2°Min: -5°MarMax: 4°Average: 1°Min: -3°AprMax: 10°Average: 6°Min: 1°MayMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 5°JunMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 13°AugMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 12°SepMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 9°OctMax: 10°Average: 7°Min: 4°NovMax: 4°Average: 2°Min: 1°DecMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -3°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°FAverage: 26°FMin: 22°FFebMax: 32°FAverage: 28°FMin: 23°FMarMax: 39°FAverage: 33°FMin: 27°FAprMax: 50°FAverage: 42°FMin: 34°FMayMax: 61°FAverage: 53°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 70°FAverage: 62°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 62°FAverage: 55°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 50°FAverage: 44°FMin: 39°FNovMax: 39°FAverage: 36°FMin: 33°FDecMax: 33°FAverage: 30°FMin: 27°F
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Temperatures in Viljandi vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Viljandi vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 22°F and the daily average is 26°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 40mmFebPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 31mmMarPrecipitation: 40mmSnow: 17mmAprPrecipitation: 50mmSnow: 8mmMayPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 84mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 102mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 71mmSnow: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 57mmSnow: 18mmDecPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 23mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 16inFebPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 12inMarPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 3inMayPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 7inDecPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 9in
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Viljandi is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 767 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 64 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 102 mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 40 mm. That's 62 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 142cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 40cm.Viljandi is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 30.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 4 in of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.6 in. That's 2.4 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 56in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 16in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 16km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Viljandi is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/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 16km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Viljandi is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph 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 10mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-3°26°F
Feb-2°28°F
Mar1°33°F
Apr6°42°F
May12°53°F
Jun16°62°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug17°62°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct7°44°F
Nov2°36°F
Dec-1°30°F

The best time to visit Viljandi 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 90 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Viljandi is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 22°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Viljandi 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 Viljandi 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
-5 °C22 °F
-1 °C30 °F
16 km/h10 mph
63 mm2.5 in
40 cm16 in
Feb
-5 °C23 °F
0 °C32 °F
15 km/h10 mph
49 mm1.9 in
31 cm12 in
Mar
-3 °C27 °F
4 °C39 °F
15 km/h9 mph
40 mm1.6 in
17 cm7 in
Apr
1 °C34 °F
10 °C50 °F
14 km/h9 mph
50 mm2 in
8 cm3 in
May
5 °C42 °F
16 °C61 °F
12 km/h8 mph
45 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
21 °C69 °F
12 km/h8 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
22 °C71 °F
12 km/h8 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h8 mph
102 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
17 °C62 °F
14 km/h9 mph
62 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
4 °C39 °F
10 °C50 °F
15 km/h10 mph
71 mm2.8 in
4 cm1 in
Nov
1 °C33 °F
4 °C39 °F
15 km/h9 mph
57 mm2.3 in
18 cm7 in
Dec
-3 °C27 °F
1 °C33 °F
15 km/h10 mph
46 mm1.8 in
23 cm9 in