ViirelaidViirelaid at a Glance
Tips for Visiting Viirelaid
- Plan access by arranging a boat from the nearest Saaremaa/Muhu ports and confirm schedules with local operators - services to small islets are infrequent and seasonal.
- Expect minimal facilities: treat Viirelaid as a short natural-visit destination focused on shoreline/birdlife observation rather than a staffed tourist site, and time your visit for calm sea conditions.
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Viirelaid
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Viirelaid
Best visited in summer (June-August) when sea access and daytime conditions are most favorable.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 14-20°C
Warmest and most accessible period for visiting the small island; calm seas and long daylight make exploration easiest.
Spring/Autumn
May, Sep-Oct · 5-15°C
Changeable weather but generally pleasant for birdwatching and coastal walks with fewer visitors.
Winter
Nov-Mar · -5-3°C
Cold, windy and sometimes icy; ferry or boat access can be limited and stays are quieter.
Weather & Climate near Viirelaid
Climate
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (568 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 26
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 0° | -9° | 37 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| February | Poor | -6° - -1° | -9° | 29 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 29 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 7° | 1° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.2h |
| May | Good | 6° - 15° | 11° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.6h |
| June | Very Good | 11° - 18° | 14° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.9h |
| July | Very Good | 15° - 22° | 18° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.2h |
| August | Very Good | 14° - 21° | 17° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.1h |
| September | Good | 10° - 15° | 13° | 66 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 10° | 5° | 62 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 5° | -1° | 64 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 1° | -6° | 48 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |