HõralaidThings to Do
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Hõralaid
Late spring through early autumn is the most pleasant time for landing and shoreline exploration; boat access from Hiiumaa.
Summer
June-August · 15-22°C
Warmest, with best light for walking coastal ridges and low tides revealing rock pools.
Spring
April-May · 5-12°C
Migratory birds and fresh green carpets; quieter than summer.
Autumn
September-October · 5-13°C
Dramatic skies and fewer visitors; watch for sudden weather shifts.
Weather & Climate near Hõralaid
Climate
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (594 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 27
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 38 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| February | Poor | -6° - -1° | -9° | 29 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 2° | -6° | 30 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 7° | 0° | 31 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.2h |
| May | Good | 6° - 14° | 8° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.6h |
| June | Very Good | 11° - 18° | 14° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.9h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 21° | 18° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.2h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 17° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 10° - 15° | 12° | 72 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 4° | 67 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 5° | -1° | 72 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 1° | -6° | 54 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Hõralaid
Hõralaid is reached by small boat from Hiiumaa (Kõrgessaare or Kärdla harbors). Local skippers and small-boat operators can arrange short hops; check tide and weather.
Tips for Visiting Hõralaid
- Approach Hõralaid from Kõrgessaare or Kärdla on Hiiumaa-local fishermen sometimes offer boat trips.
- Time visits for low tide to explore intertidal pools (check tide tables).
- Look for discreet memorials and weathered concrete foundations from wartime installations.