Estonia at a Glance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fascinating facts about Estonia<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Weather and climate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The weather in Estonia varies by season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The average summer temperature is fairly mild, varying between 16 and 20 degrees Celsius but can reach up to 30 degrees Celsius. Summer in Estonia tends to be very light, with 19 hours of daylight known locally as \u201cwhite nights\u201d. Spring and autumn see frequent light rain, so bring an umbrella and a waterproof jacket. In winter, the rain turns to snow, and the temperature drops below zero, so wrap up warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Local forecast can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Estonia is a safe country with low crime rates. As in any country, you should look after your belongings and be aware of pickpocketing in busy urban areas. Due to poor visibility on high-traffic roads across the country, pedestrians are required by law to wear reflectors. Reflectors come in many attractive designs and can be purchased for a few euros in supermarkets and souvenir shops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tap water is safe to drink all across the country.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Medical information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is advisable to purchase travel insurance before a trip. Residents of Europe should check if their healthcare provider has a contract with the Estonian Health Insurance Fund. If so, you should obtain a free\u00a0<\/strong>European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)<\/a>\u00a0before leaving. The EHIC isn\u2019t a substitute for medical and travel insurance, but it entitles EU citizens to state-provided medical treatment on the same terms as Estonian nationals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The emergency number in Estonia is 112.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Estonia is an EU member country and part of the\u00a0Schengen area.\u00a0Please consult the\u00a0Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website<\/a>\u00a0for a list of countries requiring visas and application details. If you need a\u00a0Schengen area visa<\/a>, you can apply at an Estonian embassy in your country of origin. If there isn\u2019t an Estonian embassy or consulate in your country, you can apply at the office of an EU member state representing Estonia for issuing visas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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