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Tallinn in May
What May is really like in Tallinn: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Dennis G. Jarvis, CC BY-SA 2.0
Quick answer
May is one of the best months to visit Tallinn. Expect average highs of 15°C (59°F), lows of 6°C (43°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 17 hours of daylight. Bright and often dry, with long evenings and blossom in Kadriorg; St Olaf's tower and seasonal sights reopen.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 15°C (59°F) / 6°C (43°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 17 hours
- Sea temperature
- 8°C (46°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in May
May is the 5th-warmest month in Tallinn: days average 15°C (59°F) against a yearly average high of 10°C (50°F), and nights fall to about 6°C (43°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 31 days. Compared with April (9°C (48°F)), May is warmer; by June highs climb to around 19°C (66°F).
- Sunrise (15 May)
- About 04:47
- Sunset (15 May)
- About 21:48
- Daylight
- About 17 hours
- Sea
- 8°C (46°F)
Spring (March–May). Wintry in March, then a fast thaw; May is bright, often dry and quieter than summer.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, May rates 3 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in July). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in May
May has no major recurring festival in Tallinn, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in May
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Religious site · Old Town
St Olaf's Church
The stairs are steep and tight; go on a clear day and avoid the climb if you dislike enclosed spaces.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- History
- Active
- Architecture
Historic site · Old Town
City walls and Towers Square
About 1.85 km of Tallinn's medieval wall survives, with 26 of its original 46 towers.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Photo spot
- Views
- Outdoors
Palace · Kadriorg
Kadriorg Palace and Park
Take tram 1 or 3 to Kadriorg, walk through the park to the palace and continue up the hill to Kumu.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Art
- Outdoors
- Couples
- Architecture
Viewpoint · Pirita
Tallinn TV Tower
The 314-metre tower was built for the sailing regatta of the 1980 Moscow Olympics, which was held in Tallinn, and was a focal point of resistance during the August 1991 coup attempt.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Views
- Kids
- History
- Active
What to pack
For highs near 15°C, lows near 6°C and 6 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is May a good time to visit Tallinn?
It is one of the best months to visit Tallinn. Bright and often dry, with long evenings and blossom in Kadriorg; St Olaf's tower and seasonal sights reopen.
+How warm is Tallinn in May?
Average highs are around 15°C (59°F) and lows around 6°C (43°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Tallinn in May?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.