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Viljandi, Estonia
Viljandimaa · Estonia
Viljandi is a small city in Viljandimaa, Estonia with a population of 17,407. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Viljandi
Viljandi is a city and municipality in southern Estonia with a population of 16 658 in 2026. It is the capital of Viljandi County and is geographically located between two major Estonian cities, Pärnu and Tartu.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,407 |
| Population Density | 3,075 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.3632°, 25.5916° |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
| Country | 🇪🇪 Estonia |
| State / Province | Viljandimaa |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.7 inches (653 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.2 inches (23 cm) |
About Viljandi
Viljandi is a small city in Estonia (Viljandimaa) with a population of 17,407. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Tallinn.
Climate in Viljandi
Viljandi 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 | 41.5°F |
| 23% below Estonia avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,075/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.3632°N, 25.5916°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Tallinn |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in |
Viljandi has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 21°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Viljandi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eesti Maaülikool | University | - | Visit → |
| Olustvere Teenindus- ja Maamajanduskool | College | - | Visit → |
| Viljandi kultuuriakadeemia | University | - | Visit → |
| Viljandi Kutseõppekeskus | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Viljandi
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viljandi Täiskasvanute Gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Viljandi Jakobsoni Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Viljandi Gümnaasium | - | - | - | - |
| Viljandi Paalalinna Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Viljandi Kaare Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Viljandi Kesklinna Kool | - | - | - | - |
| Viljandi Vaba Waldorfkool | - | - | - | - |
| Viljandi Kesklinna Kool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Viljandi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Plus D'N'B | dnb, drum 'n' bass | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Viljandi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abja-Paluoja muuseum | ||||
| Enn Põldroosi Eramuuseum | ||||
| Heimtali Museum | ||||
| Home Museum Of The Kapp Family | ||||
| Karksi külamuuseum | ||||
| Kondas centre of naive art | ||||
| Museum Of August Kitzberg | ||||
| Õisu mõisa sepikoda | ||||
| Olustvere Klaasikoja Galerii | ||||
| Olustvere Museum | ||||
| Viljandi Kesklinna Kooli muuseum | ||||
| Viljandi Museum |
Libraries in Viljandi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paistu raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Puiatu raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Sürgavere raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Uusna Raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Vastemõisa raamatukogu | 0.0 | |||||
| Viljandi Linnaraamatukogu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Viljandi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abja-Paluoja trug | |||||
| Directly from producer to consumer | |||||
| Viljandi turg |
Hotels in Viljandi
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Viljandi
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Viljandi
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Viljandi
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Viljandi
4 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Viljandi
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Viljandi
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Viljandi
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Viljandi
10 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Viljandi
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Viljandi
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Viljandi
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Viljandi
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Viljandi
7 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Viljandi
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Viljandi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Viljandi
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aloja Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Karksi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Karķu lidlauks | - | Small Airport |
| Riidaja Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Viljandi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Viljandi
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Männimäe postkontor |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Viljandi
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| EAÕK Karjala Pühakute õigeusukabel | |
| Estonian Orthodox Church Viljandi of Moscow Patriarchate | |
| Tammemägi | |
| Uue elu kogudus | |
| Valguse kogudus | |
| Viljandi adventkirik | |
| Viljandi baptistikirik | |
| Viljandi Pauluse Church | |
| Viljandi St. Johan`s Church |
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What is the population of Viljandi?
Viljandi has a population of 17,407 residents and is located in Estonia. The population density is 3,075 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Viljandi?
Viljandi 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 63°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches, with 9.2 inches of snow.