Tallinn, Estonia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Tallinn, Estonia? If you're planning to go to Tallinn, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Tallinn, Estonia

Based on the climate and weather in Tallinn, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Tallinn, Estonia by month

January

January in Tallinn is freezing. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof boots
Waterproof coat
Warm pants or jeans
Heavy jacket
Umbrella
Cold weather footwear
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Heavy socks
Gloves or mittens
Sweaters

February

Traveling to Tallinn in February, you will notice that it can be extremely cold. Expect it to rain or snow about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Multiple layer jacket shell
Thermal undergarments
Waterproof boots
Insulated boots
Very heavy socks
Fleeces
Pajamas, such as sweats
Scarf
Sweaters
Gloves
Waterproof coat
Umbrella

March

Traveling to Tallinn in March, you will notice that it is frosty. Expect it to rain or snow 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy socks
Sweaters
Waterproof boots
Waterproof coat
Heavy jacket
Gloves or mittens
Cold weather footwear
Umbrella
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Warm pants or jeans

April

April in Tallinn can be brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Light gloves or mittens
Socks
Waterproof coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Waterproof boots
Fleeces
Standard footwear
Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat

May

May in Tallinn is chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C).

But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Waterproof luggage
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Standard footwear
Umbrella
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Long skirts
Socks
Pants or jeans

June

If you visit Tallinn during June, you are likely to find that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Standard footwear
Socks
Rain coat
Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Light jacket or fleece
Dresses
Waterproof footwear
Pants or jeans
Umbrella

July

In July, Tallinn is balmy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) and a bit less than half of the time jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

This is also a rainy time for Tallinn, with several of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Dresses
Waterproof footwear
Shorts or short pants
Sunscreen lotion
Skirts
Long and short sleeve shirts
Waterproof luggage
Light footwear
Rain coat
Umbrella
Sandals

August

August in Tallinn is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Dresses
Standard footwear
Pants or jeans
Umbrella
Socks
Long skirts
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Rain coat
Light jacket or fleece

September

If you go to Tallinn in September, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Socks
Standard footwear
Rain coat
Dresses
Umbrella
Pants or jeans

October

October here is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Jacket or coat
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof luggage
Light gloves or mittens
Fleeces
Umbrella
Socks
Waterproof footwear
Standard footwear

November

In November, Tallinn is pretty cool. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

This is also a rainy time for Tallinn, with several of the days of the month having rain. In November, humidity reaches as high as 90%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof boots
Cold weather footwear
Umbrella
Warm pants or jeans
Sweaters
Heavy jacket
Gloves or mittens
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Waterproof coat
Heavy socks

December

Traveling to Tallinn in December, you will notice that it can be extremely cold. Expect it to rain or snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Cold weather footwear
Heavy jacket
Heavy socks
Waterproof coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Umbrella
Gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Sweaters
Waterproof boots

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Tallinn, Estonia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tallinn, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and F
A SIM card that works in Tallinn
If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
Pickpocketing is an issue, so wear a money belt or neck pouch
Appropriate museum wear
Bicycle friendly attire, if you plan on biking anywhere

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