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.

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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.
Heinlaid
58.8322, 23.1331

Best Time to Visit Heinlaid #

Heinlaid (Hiiumaa) is best visited in summer for mild weather and maximum daylight.

Summer (best time)
Jun-Aug · 12-20°C
Mild, long days ideal for coastal walks and boating around Hiiumaa; this is the island's most pleasant period.
Shoulder seasons
May & Sep-Oct · 5-15°C
Cooler and windier with fewer tourists-good for quiet exploration but more changeable weather.
Winter
Nov-Mar · −5-5°C
Cold with short daylight; sea and coastal conditions can be icy and exposure to strong winds is common.

Weather & Climate near Heinlaid #

Climate

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).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

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.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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.

42 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
16.6h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 18°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.9h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
15° 22°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
15° 21°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.1h daylight

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.

64 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 15°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

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.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.2h daylight

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