Day
3 °C
Night
-1 °C
Sea
6 °C
Precipitation
49 mm
in month
Rainy days
11 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
1 hours
average
Humidity
88 %
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The average temperature for the week of 23 September 2024 - 29 September 2024 was 17 °C (63 °F) during the day and 9 °C (48 °F) during the night. The current temperatures are slightly above the long-term average for Tartu, with the daily and nighttime temperatures being 13 °C (55 °F) and 6 °C (43 °F), respectively. The end of the week saw Sunday being the coldest day of the week. The average temperatures observed during different times of day (based on local time) were as below: 7am 11 °C (52 °F), 10am 13 °C (55 °F), 1pm 16 °C (61 °F), 4pm 17 °C (63 °F), 7pm 14 °C (57 °F), 10pm 13 °C (55 °F).
The week had 3 days without rain, 2 days with light rain and 2 days with moderate rain. During the whole week, total of 14 mm (0.55 in) of precipitation was observed, which is roughly same as the long term average for Tartu, which is 15 mm (0.59 in). The daytime hours (from dawn to dusk) had an average cloud coverage of 43 %. The meteorological event(s) that occurred were: fog and mist.
An average wind speed of 4.2 m/s was recorded. South and South-East were the dominant wind direction(s). The air pressure varied between 992 hpa and 1024 hpa. On average, the air humidity in Tartu was 72 %.
On average, there were 6 hours clear skies, 1 hour partially overcast skies, 4 hours overcast skies and 2 hours rainy weather during the daytime (from dawn to dusk). Average time of sunrise was 07:07, average time of sunset was 19:01.
The city of Tartu in Estonia boasts a temperate continental climate characterized by considerable seasonal variation. In the heart of winter, day temperatures can drop to an average low of -2 °C (28 °F), while during the height of summer, they can soar to an average high of 23 °C (73 °F). Nighttime brings a chill with temperatures ranging from a frigid -8 °C (17 °F) in February to a more temperate 13 °C (56 °F) in July. Out of all the months, April exemplifies aridity with a mere 8 days of precipitation, whereas August contrasts as the wettest month with 12 days of rainfall. Inhabitants and visitors alike experience a dynamic kaleidoscope of weather patterns, including variations in wind speed, humidity levels, sunshine hours, and precipitation throughout the year, all contributing to Tartu's diverse climate.
In Tartu, the minimum daytime temperature hovers around -2 °C (28 °F), while the night temperature dips to an average low of -7 °C (19 °F). The incremental increase in sunlight hours, marked at 1 hour, signals the start of brighter days. The wind speed reaches its peak this month, averaging 3.
The decline in the number of rainy days to 10 days in Tartu points to a transition as does the decrease in rainfall, registering at 32 mm (1.25 in). February also marks the coldest nighttime temperatures. A further increase in cloud-free sunshine hours to 2 hours is noted.
A noticeable reduction in rainy days to 9 days accompanies the onset of milder weather in Tartu, with day temperatures rising to 3 °C (37 °F), and the night temperatures following suit at -4 °C (24 °F). The trend of increasing sunlight continues, now at 4 hours.
April in Tartu brings a further temperature rise, with daytime warmth at 10 °C (50 °F) and nighttime also warming. The month is distinguished by minimal rainfall at 29 mm (1.15 in) and the sparsest rain days, noted as 8 days. Expanding sunlight hours reach 6 hours.
May in Tartu is characterized by a rise in the day temperature to an average of 17 °C (62 °F) and, similarly, the night temperature to 7 °C (44 °F). Noteworthy, too, is the initial increase in rainy days to 9 days and rainfall quantity at 53 mm (2.07 in). The least humidity of the year can be observed, with a value of 68 %.
With the advent of summer, Tartu experiences a rise in day temperatures to 20 °C (67 °F) and night temperatures to 10 °C (50 °F), while precipitation levels also see an increase to 78 mm (3.07 in). The sun graces the sky for a maximum of 9 hours signifying a peak in daylight.
The ongoing tourist season benefits from the highest day temperatures, averaging 23 °C (73 °F), and warm nights at 13 °C (56 °F). A lesser rainfall amount is noted, and the wind speed hits its annual low at 2 in Tartu.
Tourism in Tartu continues through August, although a slight downturn in temperatures is seen with days at 21 °C (70 °F) and nights at 12 °C (53 °F). The month also witnesses the highest rainfall levels and rain days of the year.
September in Tartu heralds a downturn in temperatures with daytime averages at 15 °C (59 °F) and nighttime averages at 8 °C (46 °F). A reduction in rainy days begins, matched with a dip in total rainfall. Shorter sunny periods are observable as well, with sunlight hours at 5 hours.
With the approach of winter, October sees a continued decline in temperatures with daytime averages at 9 °C (48 °F) and nights cooling to 3 °C (38 °F). The frequency of rainy days increases slightly, and fewer sunny intervals are noted with sunlight hours at 3 hours.
November in Tartu is characterized by a further temperature drop to an average of 3 °C (37 °F) during the day and -1 °C (29 °F) at night. Rainfall sees a decrease, while daylight hours are minimally present, amounting to just 1 hour.
Tartu’s climate in December features a further decrease in both day and night temperatures, with nightly averages descending to -6 °C (22 °F). Rainfall amounts also diminish, while sunshine is seldom, reaching a minimal 1 hour.
In January, Tartu experiences average daytime temperatures of -2 °C (28 °F), while the nighttime temperatures fall to an average of -7 °C (19 °F).
The frequency of rainy days in Tartu decreases to an average of 10 days in February.
March sees an extension in daylight hours to 4 hours, alongside a warming trend with day temperatures reaching 3 °C (37 °F) and night temperatures averaging -4 °C (24 °F).
April witnesses reduced rainfall with just 29 mm (1.15 in) and fewer rainy days, tallying up to 8 days, coupled with an increase in average temperatures during both day and night.
In May, one can anticipate warmer days and nights in Tartu, with temperatures averaging 17 °C (62 °F) during the day and 7 °C (44 °F) at night, alongside a modest increase in precipitation.
June ushers in summer in Tartu, with longer, sunnier days peaking at 9 hours and warmer temperatures that average 20 °C (67 °F) during daytime and 10 °C (50 °F) at night.
July’s optimal climatic conditions, with peak daytime temperatures of 23 °C (73 °F) and mild nighttime temperatures, render it an ideal time for tourism in Tartu.
Tourists in August will encounter warm but not extreme conditions, with temperatures averaging 21 °C (70 °F) during the day and 12 °C (53 °F) at night, alongside the most plentiful rainfall of the year.
As autumn approaches, Tartu experiences cooler temperatures and diminishing rainfall, alongside a reduction in daylight hours to 5 hours.
October in Tartu is marked by chillier days averaging 9 °C (48 °F) and colder nights, as well as an uptick in rainy days and reduced incidents of sunlight to 3 hours.
November's climate in Tartu transitions towards winter with cooler day and night temperatures, a decline in rainfall, and scarce instances of sunlight, averaging only 1 hour.
December sees Tartu in the grasp of winter, with even lower temperatures, reduced rainfall, and minimal sunlight hours, setting the stage for the chilly end of the year.