Estonia (Tallinn) · March
Low seasonEstonia · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | -1° (30°)-11– (12–)5 (41) | -1° (30°)-9– (16–)6 (43) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)11 (52) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)7– (45–)26 (79) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)27 (81) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)29 (84) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)28 (82) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)23 (73) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)11 (52) | 2° (36°)-5– (23–)6 (43) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -5° (23°)-18– (0–)2 (36) | -6° (21°)-17– (1–)1 (34) | -3° (27°)-13– (9–)3 (37) | 1° (34°)-4– (25–)6 (43) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 10° (50°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 5° (41°)-3– (27–)11 (52) | 1° (34°)-7– (19–)7 (45) | -2° (28°)-11– (12–)4 (39) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 3h UV 2 | 5h UV 4 | 8h UV 6 | 10h UV 7 | 10h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 3h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 | 1h UV 0 |
🌊Water Temp | 2° (36°) | 1° (34°) | 1° (34°) | 3° (37°) | 8° (46°) | 13° (55°) | 18° (64°) | 19° (66°) | 16° (61°) | 12° (54°) | 8° (46°) | 4° (39°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d63mm (2.5") | 7d63mm (2.5") | 6d74mm (2.9") | 4d27mm (1.1") | 4d26mm (1.0") | 6d49mm (1.9") | 6d56mm (2.2") | 8d76mm (3.0") | 6d48mm (1.9") | 9d62mm (2.4") | 9d72mm (2.8") | 9d51mm (2.0") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
March is the coldest winter month in Estonia (Tallinn) — with highs of only 3°C (37°F), it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 3°C (37°F) during the day and drop to -3°C (27°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 11°C (52°F), the coldest nights around -13°C (9°F) — frost does occur. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (74 mm (2.9 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 1°C (34°F), the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Tallinn thaws. In March winter still pushes back, April is dry with four rainy days, and in May the sun shines more than nine hours a day. Old Town cafés put their tables out, and the city belongs to the locals before high season.
Packing list for Estonia (Tallinn) in March
- Winter coat
- Thermal clothing and warm layers
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Warm, waterproof shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Estonia (Tallinn)?
- No — March is not among the recommended months for Estonia (Tallinn) (Score: 32/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Estonia (Tallinn) in March?
- In March, Estonia (Tallinn) sees daily highs of 3°C (37°F). Nights cool to -3°C (27°F), with a daily average of 0°C (32°F). Peaks reach around 11°C (52°F), the coldest nights around -13°C (9°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Estonia (Tallinn) in March?
- In March, Estonia (Tallinn) receives an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Estonia (Tallinn) get in March?
- Estonia (Tallinn) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Estonia (Tallinn) in March?
- Water temperature in Estonia (Tallinn) in March averages 1°C (34°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.