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Pihlalaid

Island

Pihlalaid, an islet off Saaremaa, Estonia, attracts boaters and birdwatchers who visit for rocky shores and coastal birdlife.

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In this guide

Pihlalaid essentials

Country: Estonia
Driest months: Feb-Apr
Pay in: Euro (€)
Language: Estonian
Emergency: 110

Pihlalaid at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Pihlalaid

Pihlalaid is most accessible in the summer when boat services and weather permit easy landings.

Summer
June-August · 15-22°C
Calmer seas and the brief Estonian summer make island hopping pleasant.

Weather & Climate near Pihlalaid

Climate

Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -5°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (604 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 26 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -4° - 0° -8° 40 mm overcast 92% 5.5 m/s 0.0 low 6.9h
February Poor -5° - -1° -9° 33 mm overcast 93% 5.0 m/s 0.1 low 9.1h
March Poor -4° - 2° -6° 32 mm overcast 89% 4.4 m/s 0.3 low 11.6h
April Acceptable 1° - 7° 0° 32 mm partly cloudy 84% 4.4 m/s 0.6 moderate 14.2h
May Good 6° - 13° 7° 34 mm partly cloudy 80% 4.2 m/s 1.1 high 16.6h
June Very Good 10° - 17° 14° 41 mm partly cloudy 78% 4.2 m/s 1.3 high 17.9h
July Very Good 14° - 21° 17° 58 mm partly cloudy 77% 4.0 m/s 1.3 high 17.2h
August Very Good 13° - 20° 17° 66 mm partly cloudy 77% 4.0 m/s 0.9 moderate 15.1h
September Acceptable 10° - 15° 12° 68 mm overcast 82% 4.8 m/s 0.5 low 12.6h
October Acceptable 5° - 10° 5° 69 mm overcast 86% 5.1 m/s 0.1 low 10.0h
November Poor 1° - 5° -1° 74 mm overcast 90% 5.5 m/s 0.0 low 7.6h
December Poor -2° - 2° -5° 57 mm overcast 91% 5.5 m/s 0.0 low 6.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Pihlalaid

Visit by private boat from Saaremaa or nearby harbors in Saare County. Landings are informal; coordinate with local skippers for safe access.

Tips for Visiting Pihlalaid

  • Access by small boat only; landings can be rocky and are best done with experienced local skippers.
  • Bring insect repellent during the warm months - low-lying islets attract midges and mosquitoes.