Heinlaid
Island Small islet off Hiiumaa in Estonia
A small Baltic islet off Hiiumaa, Heinlaid attracts boaters and birdwatchers and appears on local sea charts.
Heinlaid is a small island or islet in Hiiu County, Estonia. It is one of several minor offshore islands associated with the Hiiumaa area.
The islet is primarily of interest for coastal ecology, seabird habitat, and as part of the archipelagic landscape of the Baltic Sea. Access is typically by private boat from Hiiumaa or neighbouring shores.
Like other small Baltic islets, Heinlaid’s use and ownership have historically been tied to local fishing, grazing, and maritime navigation; detailed historical records are specific to local archives.
Sits off the western coast of Hiiumaa within Hiiu County in northwestern Estonia, in the Baltic Sea.
- Type: A small islet administered as part of Hiiu County, off the coast of Hiiumaa in northwestern Estonia.
Best Time to Visit Heinlaid #
Heinlaid (Hiiumaa) is best visited in summer for mild weather and maximum daylight.
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Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -5°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (575 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 69 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 69 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.