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Best time to visit: May, September
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -1.8 | -6.5 | 48 | 13 |
| Feb | -1.6 | -7.3 | 39 | 10 |
| Mar | 3.3 | -4.0 | 36 | 9 |
| Apr | 11.1 | 1.2 | 35 | 8 |
| May | 17.1 | 5.8 | 54 | 9 |
| Jun | 20.6 | 10.3 | 88 | 11 |
| Jul | 23.1 | 12.9 | 67 | 10 |
| Aug | 21.8 | 12.0 | 79 | 11 |
| Sep | 16.3 | 8.0 | 55 | 10 |
| Oct | 9.2 | 3.3 | 68 | 12 |
| Nov | 3.3 | -0.8 | 55 | 11 |
| Dec | 0.0 | -4.2 | 51 | 12 |
Averages for 1991–2020, not a forecast. Source: WMO climate normals (Tartu-Toravere, 20 km from Tartu).
May and September are usually the best months to visit Tartu. Average daytime highs range from about -2°C in January to 23°C in July.
Plan from about US$52 a day on a backpacker budget to around US$117 for a typical visitor, covering accommodation, meals and local transport. These are estimates and vary by season.
Public transport includes bus and is rated good. Walkability scores 85/100.
The nearest airport is Tartu Airport, about 10 km away. Transfer options include taxi and bus.
Overall safety is rated high. Areas generally considered safe include City Center and University Area. Check official travel advice before you go.
4G/5G coverage is provided by Telia and Elisa, rated good. Plan for about 1.5 GB a day for maps, messaging and social media. A Estonia travel eSIM lets you get online on arrival without buying a local SIM.
Tap water is generally considered drinkable. If in doubt, follow local advice or choose bottled water.
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