Tallinn in July: a seasonal travel plan
Tallinn, Estonia. In july, the average daytime high is 20.6 °C and the night-time low is 15.3 °C. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
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Selected month: July
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Weather at a glance
- Daytime high
- 20.6 °C
- Nighttime low
- 15.3 °C
- Monthly precipitation
- 61.7 mm
- Days with at least 1 mm
- 12.5
- Daylight
- 17.8 h
2015–2024 averages. Daytime temperature is the average daily maximum; nighttime temperature is the average daily minimum.
Early, middle and late month
| Period | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Days with at least 1 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1–10 | 19.4 | 14.3 | 4.3 |
| Days 11–20 | 20.7 | 15.3 | 3.8 |
| From day 21 | 21.6 | 16.1 | 4.4 |
What this month is like
Tallinn, Estonia. In july, the average daytime high is 20.6 °C and the night-time low is 15.3 °C. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
There are 12.5 wet days on average, with about 61.7 mm of precipitation. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
How to plan the day
Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
Average daylight is 17.8 hours, so put longer routes in the brighter part of the day.
What to pack
Pack light clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for the evening. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
Precipitation and an alternative plan
Precipitation is frequent. Keep several indoor activities in your plans and fit longer walks between them.
What to pack
Bring light daytime clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for cooler hours. Add a waterproof outer layer and shoes that dry quickly.
Compared with neighbouring months
Average daytime high: previous month — 18.5 °C, July — 20.6 °C, next month — 20.7 °C. Days with at least 1 mm of precipitation: 8.9, 12.5 and 12.6.
Things to do
Tallinn splits between the medieval Toompea hill and the lower town by the harbour, with wooden districts growing alongside. The old town is walkable, a tram runs from the airport to the centre, and ferries cross to Helsinki.
Old town and walls
Walk from Town Hall Square along Viru to the city walls, then climb to Toompea and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. From the Kohtuotsa platform the tiled roofs and the harbour open below.
Kalamaja and Telliskivi
In Kalamaja follow the wooden streets to Telliskivi, where old workshops now hold cafés and studios. Continue to the Lennusadam maritime museum, home to the submarine Lembit. A flea market fills the yards at weekends.
Kadriorg
Kadriorg park and the palace built for Peter the Great lie twenty minutes from the centre. The Kumu art museum stands beside the park, and the sea is a short ride away in Pirita.
Where to stay
Old Town
The old town works for a first visit, with Town Hall Square, walls and towers close together. Rooms in historic houses cost more, and bars on Viru keep the street loud until morning.
Kalamaja
Kalamaja suits anyone who likes wooden houses, flea markets and coffee rooms. The old town is twenty minutes on foot, the district is quieter and cheaper, though few places open in the evening.
Kadriorg
Kadriorg appeals for calm park walks and a base away from the crowds. Trams reach the centre, but restaurants are sparse and Pirita beach is a further ride. Wear comfortable shoes for the park paths.
Getting to and around Tallinn
Tallinn airport lies four kilometres from the centre, with a tram reaching Viru in about twenty minutes. The old town is best on foot, while trams, buses and trolleybuses link the other districts. One ticket covers city transport, and Helsinki ferries leave from a terminal a few minutes from the old town.
Three days in Tallinn
The old town
Start at Town Hall Square, follow the walls past the towers and climb to Toompea. Visit the cathedrals during the day and spend the evening in a café on Viru.
Kalamaja and the harbour
Walk through Kalamaja to Balti Jaam market and the Telliskivi quarter. Look through the Lennusadam maritime museum after lunch and return to the centre through the park. Lunch is easy at the Balti Jaam market.
Kadriorg and Pirita
Take the tram to Kadriorg, circle the park and palace, then go up to the Kumu museum. In the afternoon continue to the sea at Pirita and come back for dinner.
Weather throughout the year
| Month | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Precipitation, mm | Days with at least 1 mm | Daylight, h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.5 | -4.8 | 58.0 | 14.6 | 6.9 |
| February | -0.8 | -4.3 | 50.7 | 11.9 | 9.2 |
| March | 1.7 | -2.4 | 43.2 | 10.4 | 11.8 |
| April | 6.6 | 1.2 | 44.7 | 8.8 | 14.5 |
| May | 13.0 | 6.6 | 38.6 | 7.9 | 17.0 |
| June | 18.5 | 12.4 | 54.0 | 8.9 | 18.5 |
| July | 20.6 | 15.3 | 61.7 | 12.5 | 17.8 |
| August | 20.7 | 15.1 | 75.3 | 12.6 | 15.6 |
| September | 16.2 | 11.3 | 58.2 | 10.5 | 12.9 |
| October | 9.6 | 5.8 | 70.0 | 13.4 | 10.2 |
| November | 4.5 | 1.8 | 62.7 | 15.3 | 7.7 |
| December | 0.9 | -2.1 | 57.8 | 14.8 | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
Tallinn: what is the temperature in July?
The average daytime high is 20.6 °C and the night-time low is 15.3 °C. Daytime is suitable for a longer walk around the city. Leave time for breaks and lunch along the way.
How many days with precipitation are there in July?
On average, there are 12.5 days with at least 1 mm of precipitation; the monthly total is 61.7 mm. Precipitation is frequent. Keep several indoor activities in your plans and fit longer walks between them.
What should I pack for walks in July?
Bring light daytime clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for cooler hours. Add a waterproof outer layer and shoes that dry quickly.
How does the weather change from the start to the end of the month?
Average daytime highs by part of the month: 1–10 — 19.4 °C; 11–20 — 20.7 °C; 21 to month-end — 21.6 °C.
How many daylight hours are there in July?
The average is 17.8 hours. Long daylight hours make it easy to split a walk between morning and evening, with a longer break in between.
Is Tallinn worth visiting in July?
The climate suits a trip if daytime temperatures around 20.6 °C and nights around 15.3 °C work for you. Daytime suits a longer city route; keep a break and some flexible time around midday.
What can I do in Tallinn on a wet day in July?
Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag. Keep a museum, market, café or another indoor route near your accommodation.
What should I pack for Tallinn in July?
Pack light clothes, comfortable shoes and an extra layer for the evening. Average daylight is 17.8 hours.