Liia (island)
Island Small Estonian island in Lääne County
A small Estonian islet in Lääne County within the Väinameri area, visited seasonally for birdwatching, shoreline walks and marine wildlife observation.
Liia is a small island located in Lääne County on Estonia’s western coast. It is one of the many minor islands and islets off Estonia’s mainland in the Baltic Sea region.
The island is modest in scale and lies within the coastal waters administered by Lääne County. It does not have widely known built attractions and is typical of small Baltic islands in the area.
No substantial medieval or modern fortified structures are recorded as prominent features of the island, and it is primarily of local geographic interest. The island sits among other small islets and shoals off Estonia’s west coast.
Liia lies off the west coast of Estonia in Lääne County, within the broader coastal and archipelago waters west of the mainland.
How to Get to Liia (island) #
Access requires private boat from coastal towns in Lääne County (for example, from Haapsalu area). Landing sites depend on sea conditions; local skippers know the safest coves.
Tips for Visiting Liia (island) #
- Reach the island by private boat or join local island-hopping tours from coastal towns in Lääne County.
- Bring insect repellant and waterproof footwear; winds and tides can make landings tricky.
- Respect local conservation rules - many small Estonian islets are important bird habitat.
Best Time to Visit Liia (island) #
Best visited in summer when seas are calmer and local boat services are most active.
Weather & Climate near Liia (island) #
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -4°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (619 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°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 -4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°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 (37 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 (37 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 (42 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 (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 75 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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