Beach weather in Estonia – wind, water temperature and beach conditions today
Beach weather in Estonia today
Beach weather in Estonia today gives an overview of current conditions at popular beaches across the country. Here you will find up-to-date information on air temperature, sea water temperature, wind speed and direction, and possible precipitation. When assessing beach weather, it is important to follow not only air temperature but also wind, cloud cover and water warmth.
If you are searching for "beach weather today", "sea water temperature" or "is it good for swimming", this page brings together all the information you need. Coastal areas can differ from inland – sea wind can make a hot day cooler or bring stronger gusts.
For detailed marine info (waves, sea level, wind at open sea) see the marine weather page. For surfers and sailors, the surf page with wind map and coastal station data.
Sea water temperature on Estonian beaches
Sea water temperature is one of the most important indicators of beach weather. Water warming depends on sunshine, wind direction and air temperature.
Popular beaches and their conditions:
- Pirita Beach (Tallinn) – often slightly cooler water with strong wind
- Pärnu Beach – shallow water that warms quickly in summer
- Haapsalu Beach – good for a calm summer day
- Narva-Jõesuu – long sandy beaches, exposed to wind
- Kuressaare Beach – maritime climate and moderate wind
At the height of summer, sea water temperature can rise above +20 °C, but with stronger wind, cooler deep water may surface.
Wind at the beach and its effect
Wind strength and direction affect beach weather more than inland. On the coast, wind can be noticeably stronger, especially in autumn and winter.
Important factors when assessing beach weather:
- 🌬 Wind speed – over 10 m/s can disrupt beach time
- 🧭 Wind direction – sea wind can cool, land wind can bring warmth
- 🌊 Wave height – important for swimmers and surfers
Calm wind and sunny weather create the best conditions for the beach.
Wave height and sea state
When assessing beach weather, it is worth following wave height. Strong wind can cause larger waves that affect swimming safety.
Wave height depends on:
- wind strength
- wind duration
- sea exposure
On open coastlines, e.g. on Saaremaa and Hiiumaa, wave height can be greater than in sheltered bays.
For full marine info (wave height, sea level, wind at sea) see marine weather. Surfers can get more detailed info from the surf page with wind map and coastal station data.
Beach cameras and live view
Live beach cameras help assess beach weather before going. The camera image gives an overview of cloud cover, wind strength and how busy the beach is. Live view helps plan your beach day better.
Beach weather by region
North Estonia beach weather
By the Gulf of Finland, wind can be stronger and the sea cooler than in South Estonia.
West Estonia and islands
On the islands, the climate is maritime. Wind is more common and wave height can be greater.
South Estonia
By inland lakes, wind is often lighter and water can warm faster than in the sea.
When is the best beach weather in Estonia?
The best beach weather is usually in June, July and August, when:
- air temperature exceeds +20 °C
- wind is light or moderate
- cloud cover is low
- sea water temperature is above +18 °C
During heat waves, the beach can be very warm, but sea wind helps balance the temperature.
Beach weather and safety
When at the beach, consider:
- strong wind
- thunderstorms
- large waves
- UV radiation
In case of thunder risk, also follow the lightning mapwhich shows lightning activity in real time.
FAQ – Beach weather
- What is the beach weather in Estonia today?
- Beach weather depends on air temperature, wind strength and sea water temperature. You will find up-to-date overview here.
- How warm is the sea water?
- In summer, sea water temperature can rise above +20 °C, but it depends on weather conditions.
- Is it good for swimming today?
- Weather is suitable for swimming when wind is light, wave height is low and water temperature is warm enough.
- Where is the warmest sea water?
- The shallow, sheltered Pärnu Bay often warms faster.
- How windy is it at the beach?
- On the coast, wind can be stronger than inland, especially in autumn and winter.
Related tools
To plan beach weather you can also use other weather tools:
- 🌊 Marine weather– wave height, sea level, wind at sea and detailed marine info
- 🏄 Surf– wind map, coastal stations and surf conditions
- 🌧 Rain map– precipitation in real time before going to the beach
- ⚡ Lightning map– lightning and thunder activity
- 🌬 Wind map– wind speed and direction
These tools together give a complete picture of beach weather and sea conditions in Estonia.