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Valga, Estonia
Valgamaa · Estonia
Valga is a small city in Valgamaa, Estonia with a population of 11,792. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Valga
Valga is a town in southern Estonia and the capital of Valga County and Valga Parish. Until their separation in 1920, Valga and the town of Valka in northern Latvia were one town. They are now twin-towns. The area of Valga is 16.5 square kilometres. The population is 12,261. On 21 December 2007 all border-crossing points were removed and roads and fences opened between the two countries with both countries joining the Schengen Agreement.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,792 |
| Population Density | 1,834 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.7778°, 26.0473° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
| Country | 🇪🇪 Estonia |
| State / Province | Valgamaa |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.1 inches (664 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.5 inches (22 cm) |
About Valga
Valga is a small city in Estonia (Valgamaa) with a population of 11,792. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tallinn.
Climate in Valga
Valga 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 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.8°F |
| 23% below Estonia avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Area | 6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,834/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.7778°N, 26.0473°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in |
Valga has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 23°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Valga
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valgamaa Kutseõppekeskus | - | - | - | - |
| Valga gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Valga Põhikool | - | - | - | - |
| Valga Jaanikese kool | - | - | - | - |
| Valga Priimetsa Kool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Valga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RUUT FM | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Valga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barclay De Tolly Mausoleum | ||||
| Etnogrāfiskā sēta „Ielīcas” | ||||
| Helme Local Lore Museum | ||||
| Käre Lahinguväljad | ||||
| Mausoleum Fürst Barclay de Tolly | ||||
| Permanent Exhibition of Patriotic Education in Valga | ||||
| The LVM Vijciems cone drying facility | ||||
| Valga Museum | ||||
| Valkas novadpētniecības muzejs |
Libraries in Valga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plāņu pagasta bibliotēka | 0.0 | |||||
| Valga Keskraamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Valka library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Valga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tõrva trug |
Hotels in Valga
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Valga
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Valga
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Valga
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Valga
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Valga
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Valga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Valga
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tehvandi Snowpark | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Valga
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tartu Airport | TAY | Medium Airport |
| Antsla Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cēsis Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cēsis Airfield (old) | - | Small Airport |
| Grotūžis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Karksi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Karķu lidlauks | - | Small Airport |
| Lange Airfield (Lennundusmuuseum) | - | Small Airport |
| Lejasciems airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Riidaja Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Taurene Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tõutsi Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Valmiera Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Varstu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Viljandi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Valga
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Jumalaema Vladimiri Pühakuju kirik | |
| Valga adventkirik | |
| Valga Betaania baptistikoguduse palvela | |
| Valga Issidori peakirik | |
| Valga Jaani kirik | |
| Valga Pühavaimu kirik | |
| Церковь ЕХБ "Надежда" |
Quick Facts
🇪🇪 About Estonia
Public Holidays in Estonia
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Valga
What is the population of Valga?
Valga has a population of 11,792 residents and is located in Estonia. The population density is 1,834 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Valga?
Valga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°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 26.1 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow.