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Kuressaare, Estonia
Saare · Estonia
Kuressaare is a small city in Saare, Estonia with a population of 12,698. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
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About Kuressaare
Kuressaare is a city on the island Saaremaa in Estonia. It is the administrative centre of Saaremaa Municipality and the seat of Saare County. Kuressaare is the westernmost town in Estonia. The recorded population on 1 January 2024 was 13,185.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,698 |
| Population Density | 2,116 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.2538°, 22.4922° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
| Country | 🇪🇪 Estonia |
| State / Province | Saare |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.0 inches (609 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.5 inches (16 cm) |
About Kuressaare
Kuressaare is a small city in Estonia (Saare) with a population of 12,698. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tallinn.
Climate in Kuressaare
Kuressaare has an average annual temperature of 8.1°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 668 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below Estonia avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,116/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.2538°N, 22.4922°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in |
Kuressaare has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 27°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and May the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Kuressaare
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| TalTechi Kuressaare kolledž | University | — | — |
Schools in Kuressaare
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuressaare Hariduse Kool - tavaklassid | — | — | — | — |
| Saaremaa Toetava Hariduse Keskuse Kuressaare õppehoone | — | — | — | — |
| Saaremaa Upper Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kuressaare Täiskasvanute Gümnaasium | — | — | — | — |
| Kuressaare Nooruse Kool | — | — | — | — |
| Kuressaare Hariduse Kool - väikeklassid | — | — | — | — |
| Kuressaare Ametikool | — | — | — | — |
| Kuressaare Vanalinna kool | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kuressaare
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kuressaare
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abruka muuseum | ||||
| Archive Library | ||||
| Haamerite Näitusemaja | ||||
| Kaali Meteoritics and Limestone Museum | ||||
| Kaarma Koolide Muuseum | ||||
| Saare Kek | ||||
| Saaremaa Museum | ||||
| The Aavik Family House Museum | ||||
| Thule Koja alternatiivajaloomuuseum |
Libraries in Kuressaare
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randvere raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Saare Maakonna Keskraamatukogu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kuressaare
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuressaare turg |
Hotels in Kuressaare
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kuressaare
23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kuressaare
11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kuressaare
3 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kuressaare
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kuressaare
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kuressaare
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kuressaare
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kuressaare
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kuressaare
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kuressaare
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kuressaare
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pihtla Õlleköök | ||||
| Pöide Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Kuressaare
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kuressaare
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kärdla Airport | KDL | Medium Airport |
| Kuressaare Airport | URE | Medium Airport |
| Kaavi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Žocene Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kuressaare
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kuressaare postkontor |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kuressaare
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kuressaare adventkirik | |
| Kuressaare Laurentiuse kirik | |
| Kuressaare metodisti kirik | |
| Kuressaare Nelikaare kirik | |
| Kuressaare Püha Nikolai kirik | |
| Kuressaare Siioni kirik |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Estonia
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kuressaare?
Kuressaare has a population of 12,698 residents and is located in Estonia. The population density is 2,116 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kuressaare?
Kuressaare has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.