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Otepää, Estonia
Valgamaa · Estonia
Otepää is a small town in Valgamaa, Estonia with a population of 2,167. Elevation: 492 ft (150 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Otepää
Otepää is a town in Valga County, southern Estonia. It is the administrative centre of Otepää Parish. Otepää is a popular skiing resort, popularly known as the "winter capital" of Estonia. During the 2005–2006 season it became the site for FIS Cross-Country World Cup events.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,167 |
| Population Density | 881 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 492 ft (150 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.0583°, 26.4967° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
| Country | 🇪🇪 Estonia |
| State / Province | Valgamaa |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.7 inches (653 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.1 inches (21 cm) |
About Otepää
Otepää is a small town in Estonia (Valgamaa) with a population of 2,167. The city sits at an elevation of 492 feet (150 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tallinn.
Climate in Otepää
Otepää has an average annual temperature of 6.3°C (43°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.9°C), the coldest is Feb (-4.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 672 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.3°F |
| 24% below Estonia avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 492 ft (150 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 881/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.0583°N, 26.4967°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in |
Otepää has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 22°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.2").
Schools in Otepää
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otepää Gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Pühajärve põhikool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Otepää
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raadio Elmar | - | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Raadio Kidzone | - | AAC+ 160 kbps | |
| Hits Show Radio | dance, electronic | MP3 | |
| RUUT FM | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Otepää
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ait-Kuivati Muuseum | ||||
| Antsla Gymnasium Museum | ||||
| Elva raudteejaam | ||||
| Estonian Flag Museum | ||||
| Farming Machines & Museum Of Heino Prost | ||||
| Gustav Õie Wulf Museum | ||||
| Hellenurme vesiveski | ||||
| Kambja school museum | ||||
| Maajaam | ||||
| Nõo Museum | ||||
| Otepää Winter Sports Museum | ||||
| Urvaste Rural Municipality Museum |
Libraries in Otepää
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antsla Linnaraamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Elva Raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Linda raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Maaritsa Rahvaraamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Saverna Rahvaraamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Valgjärve Rahvaraamatukogu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Otepää
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anstla Turg | |||||
| Elva Market Square | |||||
| Otepää turg |
Hotels in Otepää
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Otepää
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Otepää
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Otepää
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Otepää
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Otepää
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Otepää
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Otepää
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Otepää
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuustaku Pruulikoda |
Stadiums & Teams in Otepää
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Otepää
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tehvandi Snowpark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Otepää
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tartu Airport | TAY | Medium Airport |
| Antsla Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grotūžis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lange Airfield (Lennundusmuuseum) | - | Small Airport |
| Ridali Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Riidaja Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tõutsi Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varstu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Otepää
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Otepää Postkontor |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Otepää
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| EELK Otepää Maarja koguduse talvekirik | |
| Otepää kirik | |
| Otepää Palveränduri kirik |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Estonia
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Otepää
What is the population of Otepää?
Otepää has a population of 2,167 residents and is located in Estonia. The population density is 881 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Otepää?
Otepää has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow.