January 4 is generally a great time to visit Tallinn. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable -2°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Tallinn this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Tallinn
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Language
Estonian
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.662
Tallinn Weather Forecast for January 4
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of -2.5°C. 24% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Tallinn in January
Based on historical data for January 4, Tallinn typically experiences temperatures between -6.3°C and -2.5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Tallinn
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
-2.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-6.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-8.6°C
🥶 Wind chill effect
Snow Chance
24%
Avg 1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.7 cm
~24% chance
Pressure
1010.2 hPa
High volatility
Tallinn Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
❓ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 400 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 600 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 1000 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-4.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Estonia
Flight Traffic
Busy
70/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~40
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Tallinn
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
09:17
☀️ Noon
12:26
🌇 Sunset
15:35
⏱️ Daylight
6h 17m
Wind Speed
21.2 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
1.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
85%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Tallinn
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Tallinn on January 4 averages -2.5°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 0/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Tallinn Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 28
0.3°C • 24% rain
Score
9
December 29
0.3°C • 23% rain
Score
9
December 30
0.3°C • 25% rain
Score
9
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Tallinn Worth Visiting on January 4?
Planning a trip to Tallinn on January 4? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging -2.5°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 40 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Estonia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 2.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.57m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 4 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 3.4°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to -21.2°C in 2024.