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Sillamäe, Estonia

Ida-Virumaa · Estonia

Sillamäe is a small city in Ida-Virumaa, Estonia with a population of 12,480. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,480 Population 2,667/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Tallinn Timezone

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About Sillamäe

Sillamäe

Sillamäe is a town in Ida-Viru County in the northeastern part of Estonia, on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of 11,824 and covers an area of 12.15 km2. Sillamäe is located at the mouth of the Sõtke River. Its population is predominantly Russian-speaking.

People

Population12,480
Density2,667/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population12,480
Population Density2,667 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates59.3970°, 27.7633°
TimezoneEurope/Tallinn
Country🇪🇪 Estonia
State / ProvinceIda-Virumaa
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (626 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)

About Sillamäe

Sillamäe is a small city in Estonia (Ida-Virumaa) with a population of 12,480. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tallinn.

Climate in Sillamäe

Sillamäe has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 729 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 39.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 32.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 36.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 30.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 40.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 75.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 89.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 117.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 87.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 69.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 50.5
Sillamäe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below Estonia avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density2,667/sq mi
Coordinates59.3970°N, 27.7633°W
TimezoneEurope/Tallinn

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.7"
35% below Estonia avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.07"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.5.

Nov 23, 1994 14 km NNW of Aseri, Estonia M2.5 60 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.3 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.2 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in Wettest
September 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in
October 42°F (6°C) 2.7 in
November 32°F (0°C) 2.3 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.8 in

Sillamäe has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 20°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Sillamäe

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sinimäe põhikool - - - -
Sillamäe Vanalinna Kool - - - -
Sillamäe Kannuka Kool - - - -
Sillamäe Eesti Põhikool - - - -
Ida-Virumaa Kutsehariduskeskus ja Sillamäe Gümnaasium - - - -
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Museums in Sillamäe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Sillamäe Museum
Vaivara Sinimäe Museum

Libraries in Sillamäe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sillamäe Keskraamatukogu0.0

Farmers Markets in Sillamäe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sillamäe turg

Hotels in Sillamäe

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Krunk Sillamäe

Restaurants in Sillamäe

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Krunk

Cafes in Sillamäe

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Randevuu
Viru kohvik

Monuments in Sillamäe

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tundmatu sõduri monument

Train Stations in Sillamäe

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vaivara

Gas Stations in Sillamäe

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Neste
Olerex Sillamäe
Sillamäe Jetoil

Shopping Malls in Sillamäe

3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Plaza
SK Market
Viru keskus

Stadiums & Teams in Sillamäe

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Airports Near Sillamäe

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Smuravyovo Air Base-Medium Airport
Jõhvi Airfield-Small Airport
Matka-Lüganuse Airfield-Small Airport
Narva Airfield-Small Airport
Toila Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sillamäe

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eesti Täisevangeelse Kiriku Sillamäe Jumala Sõna Kogudus
EMK Sillamäe Kogudus
Jumalaema Kaasani pühakuju kirik
Sillamäe Püha Adalberti ja Püha Georgiuse kirik

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Tallinn
Area
12.1 km² (4.7 mi²)
Postal Code
40231
Website
sillamae.kovtp.ee
Twinned With
Brovary, Bützow, Havre de Grace, Kingisepp, Kotka, Mscislaŭ, Nokia, Yaroslavl

🇪🇪 About Estonia

Capital Tallinn
Population 1,320,884
Area 45,226 km²
GDP (USD) $41,470,344,395
GDP per capita $30,264
HDI 0.915
Life expectancy 78.5 years
Internet users 93.2%
Urban population 70.7%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Estonian
Calling code +372
TLD .ee
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Estonia

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day uusaasta
Feb 24 Independence Day iseseisvuspäev
Apr 3 Good Friday suur reede
Apr 5 Easter Sunday ülestõusmispühade 1. püha
May 1 Spring Day kevadpüha
May 24 Pentecost nelipühade 1. püha
Jun 23 Victory Day võidupüha and jaanilaupäev
Jun 24 Midsummer Day jaanipäev
Aug 20 Day of Restoration of Independence taasiseseisvumispäev
Dec 24 Christmas Eve jõululaupäev
Dec 25 Christmas Day esimene jõulupüha
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day teine jõulupüha

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sillamäe

What is the population of Sillamäe?

Sillamäe has a population of 12,480 residents and is located in Estonia. The population density is 2,667 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sillamäe?

Sillamäe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 20°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 24.7 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

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