Rain radar vs EMHI radar

The weather.ee rain map is an animated precipitation radar (RainViewer) for a quick view of rain moving towards you. EMHI radar images are official static views from Estonia’s radar network.

Searches for “rain radar” often mean both – here are the differences.

weather.ee rain map

  • Animated radar ~2 hours
  • Good for “is it raining” and “will it reach me in 1–2 h”
  • Colours show precipitation intensity

Estonian Weather Service radar

  • Official radar image from Estonia
  • Reference for official decisions
  • May differ in timing and processing from animation

When to use which?

  • Before travel or hiking – weather.ee animated radar
  • Official check – EMHI radar images
  • Best result – compare both and check warnings

FAQ

Is weather.ee radar the same as EMHI?
No – weather.ee uses animated composite radar; EMHI provides official images.
Which is more accurate?
Both use radar data; animation is practical short-term, official image is the reference.
Rain radar vs EMHI – comparison | weather.ee