City in Tartu County, Estonia
Tartu weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Tartu
May–Sep is warm and lively; Aug has the Tartu Hansa Days; students fill town Sep–May. Winters are cold and dark.
Tartu weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-5°51 mm
- Feb-4°45 mm
- Mar1°43 mm
- Apr8°47 mm
- May16°60 mm
- Jun19°96 mm
- Jul22°79 mm
- Aug21°93 mm
- Sep16°61 mm
- Oct8°71 mm
- Nov2°71 mm
- Dec-2°60 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5°C23°F | -10°C14°F | 51 mm | 97% | Freezing |
| February | -4°C24°F | -10°C13°F | 45 mm | 96% | Freezing |
| March | 1°C33°F | -6°C22°F | 43 mm | 92% | Freezing |
| April | 8°C47°F | 1°C34°F | 47 mm | 83% | Cold |
| May | 16°C60°F | 8°C46°F | 60 mm | 77% | Cool |
| June | 19°C67°F | 12°C54°F | 96 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C72°F | 15°C60°F | 79 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C70°F | 14°C57°F | 93 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| September | 16°C61°F | 9°C48°F | 61 mm | 84% | Cool |
| October | 8°C46°F | 3°C37°F | 71 mm | 91% | Cold |
| November | 2°C35°F | -2°C29°F | 71 mm | 96% | Freezing |
| December | -2°C28°F | -7°C20°F | 60 mm | 97% | Freezing |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Tartu?
May–Sep. May–Sep is warm and lively; Aug has the Tartu Hansa Days; students fill town Sep–May. Winters are cold and dark.
When is the rainy season in Tartu?
Rain peaks in June with about 96 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Tartu?
July, with average highs of 22°C (72°F).
How cold does Tartu get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -10°C (13°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.