Weather warnings in Estonia

Official Estonian Weather Service warnings across Estonia – on the map, by type and region.

Active weather warnings

7 warnings in effect

Highest alert level: Level 1

Last updated: Updated 4 min ago

Stay aware of changing conditions and monitor updates.

Warning levels

Yellow – be aware

Conditions may change. Monitor the forecast and updates.

Orange – weather may be dangerous

Strong wind, thunderstorms or other hazards are possible.

Red – very dangerous weather

Avoid unnecessary outdoor and marine activity. Follow official instructions.

Warning map

Colour shows warning level by area. Data: Estonian Weather Service.

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

Active warnings (7)

Level 1Äike
19/05/2026, 16:49:54
Ida-Viru maakondJõgeva maakondLääne-Viru maakondPõlva maakondTartu maakondVõru maakond
Level 1Tuul
19/05/2026, 14:50:49
Peipsi järv

Warning types

Thunder and lightning

When thunderstorm warnings are active—or before outdoor plans—track live lightning strikes across Estonia on the map.

6 active thunder-related warning(s)

track lightning on the map

Cities and regions

TallinnNo warningTartuWarning in effectPärnuNo warningNarvaNo warning
SaaremaaNo warning
HiiumaaNo warning
Harju CountyNo warning
Tartu CountyNo warning

Safety advice

Wind warning

Secure loose items, avoid trees and exposed structures. At sea, seek harbour.

Thunderstorm warning

Shelter indoors. Avoid open fields and water.

Ice warning

Drive slowly, use winter tyres and keep extra distance.

General

Follow the Estonian Weather Service warning and local forecast before travel.

Why check weather warnings?

Weather warnings help you track potentially dangerous weather conditions in Estonia, including strong wind, thunderstorms, heavy rain, snowfall, icy roads, heat, cold and marine weather risks.

Check warnings before travelling, going to sea, working outdoors, organizing outdoor events or spending longer time outside with children.

Weather.ee presents warnings in a clear overview so you can quickly see whether your area may be affected by severe or unusual weather.

Frequently asked questions

What is a weather warning?
A weather warning is an official alert from the Estonian Weather Service when hazardous weather is expected or occurring, such as strong wind, storms, heavy rain, snow or ice.
What do yellow, orange and red warnings mean?
Yellow means be aware, orange means weather may be dangerous, and red means very dangerous conditions are possible. Always read the full warning text.
Does a warning mean the weather will definitely be dangerous?
Not always. A warning means hazardous conditions are possible or already occurring in the listed area. Severity and timing are explained in the official text.
How often are warnings updated on weather.ee?
Warning data is fetched from the Estonian Weather Service feed and this page refreshes every few minutes when open.
What should I do during a wind or thunderstorm warning?
Secure loose items, avoid open areas and water during thunderstorms, and postpone non-essential travel or marine activity when winds are strong.
Which warnings are most common in Estonia?
Wind, rain, snow, ice and marine warnings are frequent in autumn and winter; thunderstorm warnings are more common in summer.