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Puhja, Estonia
Tartu · Estonia
Puhja is a small town in Tartu, Estonia with a population of 1,072. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Puhja
Puhja is a small borough in Tartu County, in Elva Parish Estonia. It was the administrative centre of Puhja Parish. Puhja has a population of 859.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,072 |
| Population Density | 2,233 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 194 ft (59 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.3419°, 26.3147° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
| Country | 🇪🇪 Estonia |
| State / Province | Tartu |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.3 inches (642 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.2 inches (21 cm) |
About Puhja
Puhja is a small town in Estonia (Tartu) with a population of 1,072. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tallinn.
Climate in Puhja
Puhja 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 | 41.9°F |
| 22% below Estonia avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 194 ft (59 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,233/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.3419°N, 26.3147°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 22°F (-5°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in |
Puhja has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 22°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.2").
Schools in Puhja
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puhja Kool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Puhja
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raadio Elmar | - | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Raadio Kidzone | - | AAC+ 160 kbps | |
| Hits Show Radio | dance, electronic | MP3 |
Museums in Puhja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elva raudteejaam | ||||
| Farming Machines & Museum Of Heino Prost | ||||
| Hellenurme vesiveski | ||||
| Kursi Local Lore Museum | ||||
| Maajaam | ||||
| Meleski klaasimuuseum | ||||
| Nõo Museum | ||||
| Rõngu pillimuuseum | ||||
| Võtsjärve järvemuuseum |
Libraries in Puhja
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aakre raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Elva Raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Umbusi Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Puhja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elva Market Square | |||||
| Puhja turg |
Restaurants in Puhja
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Puhja
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puhja
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Puhja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Puhja
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tehvandi Snowpark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Puhja
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tartu Airport | TAY | Medium Airport |
| Antsla Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Karķu lidlauks | - | Small Airport |
| Lange Airfield (Lennundusmuuseum) | - | Small Airport |
| Ridali Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Riidaja Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tõutsi Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varstu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puhja
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kavilda Püha Neeva-Aleksandri kirik | |
| Puhja kirik | |
| Rannu kirik |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Estonia
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Puhja
What is the population of Puhja?
Puhja has a population of 1,072 residents and is located in Estonia. The population density is 2,233 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puhja?
Puhja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow.