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Tartu, Estonia
Tartu · Estonia
Tartu is a mid-size city in Tartu, Estonia with a population of 91,407. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tartu
Tartu is the second largest city in Estonia after Tallinn. Tartu has a population of 97,451. It is 186 kilometres southeast of Tallinn and 245 kilometres northeast of Riga, Latvia. Tartu lies on the Emajõgi river, which connects the two largest lakes in Estonia, Lake Võrtsjärv and Lake Peipus. From the 13th century until the end of the 19th century, Tartu was known in most of the world by variants of its historical name Dorpat.
People
Climate
| Population | 91,407 |
| Population Density | 6,074 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.3806°, 26.7251° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
| Country | 🇪🇪 Estonia |
| State / Province | Tartu |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (616 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.2 inches (18 cm) |
About Tartu
Tartu is a mid-size city in Estonia (Tartu) with a population of 91,407. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 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 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tallinn.
Climate in Tartu
Tartu 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 | 41.6°F |
| 23% below Estonia avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 15.1 sq mi (39.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,074/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.3806°N, 26.7251°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| 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 | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in |
Tartu has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 22°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Tartu
Schools in Tartu
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tartu Aleksander Puškini Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Hiie Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Karlova Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu International School | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Waldorfgümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Erakool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Mart Reiniku Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Karlova Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Kunstikool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Forseliuse Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Veeriku Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Herbert Masingu Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Jaan Poska Gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Emajõe Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Soome Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Tamme Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Raatuse Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Descartes'i Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Hansa Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Miina Härma Gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Tamme Gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Katoliku Hariduskeskus | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Maarja Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Katoliku Hariduskeskus | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Pärli Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu Kesklinna Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Hugo Treffneri Gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Tartu täiskasvanute gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tartu
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 Tartu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19. sajandi linnakodaniku muuseum | ||||
| A. Le Coq Õllemuuseum | ||||
| AHHAA Science Centre | ||||
| Botanical Garden of the University of Tartu | ||||
| Eesti Põllumajandusmuuseum | ||||
| Estonian Aviation Museum | ||||
| Estonian Literary Museum | ||||
| Estonian Museum Of The Blind | ||||
| Estonian National Museum | ||||
| Estonian Sports and Olympic Museum | ||||
| Exhibition House of Tartu Art Museum | ||||
| Ice Age Center | ||||
| Kambja school museum | ||||
| Karl Ernst von Baeri muuseum | ||||
| KGB Cells Museum | ||||
| Miina Härma class-museum | ||||
| Museum of the Estonian Military Academy | ||||
| Nõo Museum | ||||
| Oskar Luts Home Museum | ||||
| Soomepoiste muuseum | ||||
| Tabivere Museum | ||||
| Tartu City Museum | ||||
| Tartu Song Festival Museum | ||||
| Tartu Toy Museum | ||||
| Teatri Kodu | ||||
| Trükimuuseum | ||||
| University Of Tartu Art Museum | ||||
| University of Tartu History Museum | ||||
| University of Tartu Natural History Museum |
Libraries in Tartu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annelinna harukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Elistvere raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Kuuste raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Maaritsa Rahvaraamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Sotsiaalteaduste raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Tammistu raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Tartu linnaraamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Tartu ülikooli maailma keelte ja kultuuride kolledži raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Tartu Ülikooli raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Tõrvandi raamatukogu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tartu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tartu Farmers’ Market | |||||
| Tartu turuhoone | |||||
| Turuhall |
Hotels in Tartu
15 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tartu
63 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tartu
40 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Tartu
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Tartu
5 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tartu
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Tartu
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tartu
7 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Tartu
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Tartu
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tartu
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tartu
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tartu
18 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tartu
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tartu
9 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Tartu
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tartu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Tartu
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tehvandi Snowpark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Tartu
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 Tartu
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Eedeni postkontor | |
| Omniva |
Treatment Centers in Tartu
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Tartu kesklinna jalaravi |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tartu
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Old Observatory |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tartu
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AKEL Tartu adventkirik | |
| EAÕK Tartu Püha Aleksandri kirik | |
| EELK Tartu Peetri kirik | |
| EVKL Tartu vanausuliste palvemaja | |
| Jaani kirik | |
| Maarja kirik | |
| Salemi kirik | |
| St. George's Church of Tartu | |
| St. Luke's Church | |
| Tartu Jumalaema Uinumise katedraalkirik | |
| Tartu Kolgata baptistikoguduse palvela | |
| Tartu Pauluse kirik | |
| Tartu Pühima Neitsi Maarja Pärispatuta Saamise kirik | |
| Viimse Aja Pühade Jeesuse Kristuse Kirik |
Explore Near Tartu
Quick Facts
Around Tartu
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Tartu
21 places within 15 km
- • Kärkna kloostri varemed
- • Emajõe linnaujula supelrand
- • Haage supelrand
- • Kõrveküla supelrand
- • Kõrveküla supelrand
- • Külitse supelrand
- + 8 more
- • Uniküla raudläte
- • Ag47 galerii
- • Galerii Noorus
- • Tartu Seikluspark
- • Kollane aken: Tartu raekoda
- • Musumägi
- • Raadi lennukiangaarid
🇪🇪 About Estonia
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tartu
Public Holidays in Estonia
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tartu
What is the population of Tartu?
Tartu has a population of 91,407 residents and is located in Estonia. The population density is 6,074 people per square mile, spread across 15.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tartu?
Tartu 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 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.