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Põlva, Estonia
Põlvamaa · Estonia
Põlva is a small city in Põlvamaa, Estonia with a population of 5,115. Elevation: 207 ft (63 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Põlva
Põlva is a town in southeastern Estonia, the county seat of Põlva County, and the centre of Põlva Parish.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,115 |
| Population Density | 2,413 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.0603°, 27.0694° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
| Country | 🇪🇪 Estonia |
| State / Province | Põlvamaa |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.6 inches (624 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.4 inches (19 cm) |
About Põlva
Põlva is a small city in Estonia (Põlvamaa) with a population of 5,115. The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet (63 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tallinn.
Climate in Põlva
Põlva has an average annual temperature of 6.5°C (44°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.5°C), the coldest is Feb (-4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 657 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below Estonia avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,413/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.0603°N, 27.0694°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.7 in |
Põlva has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 22°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Põlva
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Põlva Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Põlva Kool - Lina tänava õppehoone | - | - | - | - |
| Põlva gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Põlva Roosi kool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Põlva
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raadio Elmar | - | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Raadio Kidzone | - | AAC+ 160 kbps | |
| Kaguraadio | local news, regional | MP3 115 kbps |
Museums in Põlva
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald Memorial Museum | ||||
| Estonian Road Museum | ||||
| Karilaitsi Open Air Museum | ||||
| Museum Of Parksepa Secondary School | ||||
| Orelimuuseum | ||||
| Peri Local Lore Room | ||||
| Pikakannu Muuseumituba | ||||
| Sõmerpalu Local Lore Museum | ||||
| Tuglase muuseum | ||||
| Võru County Museum |
Libraries in Põlva
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahja raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Kiidjärve raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirepi Raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Krootuse Rahvaraamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Lasva raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Leevi raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Osula raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Põlva Keskraamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Põlva vallaraamatukogu Peril ja külakeskus | 0.0 | |||||
| Võrumaa Keskraamatukogu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Põlva
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Võrumaa taluturg |
Restaurants in Põlva
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Põlva
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Põlva
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Põlva
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Põlva
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Põlva
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Põlva
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Põlva
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Põlva
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tehvandi Snowpark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Põlva
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tartu Airport | TAY | Medium Airport |
| Antsla Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lange Airfield (Lennundusmuuseum) | - | Small Airport |
| Ridali Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tõutsi Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varstu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Põlva
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Põlva postkontor |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Põlva
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Põlva Holy Mary Church | |
| Põlva St. Peter's Church |
Quick Facts
🇪🇪 About Estonia
Public Holidays in Estonia
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Põlva
What is the population of Põlva?
Põlva has a population of 5,115 residents and is located in Estonia. The population density is 2,413 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Põlva?
Põlva has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches, with 7.4 inches of snow.