May 3 is generally a great time to visit Tartu. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 13°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Tartu right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Tartu
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Estonian
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.662
Tartu Weather Forecast for May 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.5°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Tartu in May
Based on historical data for May 3, Tartu typically experiences temperatures between 3.3°C and 12.5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Tartu
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
58%
Overcast
Pressure
1015 hPa
High volatility
Tartu Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 23 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 35 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 58 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.8°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Estonia
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~2
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Tartu
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:15
☀️ Noon
12:11
🌇 Sunset
20:06
⏱️ Daylight
15h 50m
Wind Speed
18.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
68%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Tartu
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
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, Tartu on May 3 averages 12.5°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 78/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Tartu Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 9
14°C • 15% rain
Score
91
May 10
14.5°C • 16% rain
Score
89
May 8
13.6°C • 16% rain
Score
84
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Tartu Worth Visiting on May 3?
Planning a trip to Tartu on May 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.5°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 2 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Estonia, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.4°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 1.6°C in 2019.