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Tallinn in May
Tallinn warms up: highs climb to 55°F (13°C), from 44°F in April, with lows of 44°F (6°C) and about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain.
It scores 75/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 55°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (48 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~16 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What May feels like
It's cool, with highs near 55°F (13°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 44°F (6°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (48 mm) for the month.
Long days help: there are roughly 16 h 41 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (June – August).
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 6°C (11°F) from April.
- Comfort improves from 55/100 in April to 75/100.
- Our Tallinn & Riga route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — May falls outside it.
What to pack for May
- Insulated jackethighs only 55°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tallinn in May
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Tallinn Town Hall
Gothic town hall from 1404, the oldest surviving in Northern Europe, with Old Thomas the weathervane on its spire.
Viru Gate
Two 14th-century towers marking the eastern entrance to the Old Town, with a flower market along the wall.
Tallinn Christmas Market
Wooden stalls, a tall fir and mulled-wine counters fill Town Hall Square, where Tallinn says a tree stood as early as 1441.
Why now May scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Olde Hansa
Candlelit medieval-themed restaurant in a merchant's house off Town Hall Square, serving game, honey beer and spiced almonds.
Why now Highs near 55°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Rataskaevu 16
Small Old Town restaurant serving modern Estonian food, known for its braised elk roast.
Nearby in May
- Helsinki in May~51 mi · highs 52°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Riga in May~173 mi · highs 61°F, 2.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Stockholm in May~235 mi · highs 59°F, 2.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Tallinn in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Tallinn?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 75/100 against a best of 85 in June – August. Expect highs of 55°F (13°C) and 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain.
How cold is Tallinn in May?
Average highs are 55°F (13°C) and average lows 44°F (6°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tallinn in May?
Not much: about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.9 in (684 mm).
What should I pack for Tallinn in May?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 55°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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