Rīga Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Riga experiences a moderate oceanic climate with cool winters and mild summers. Precipitation falls throughout the year with a little more precipitation in autumn and spring is slightly drier than average. In July the mercury rises to an average of 22°C and higher, which means it is very pleasant. You can expect big thunderstorms in August and the end of September summer ends.
The best time to visit Riga is from May to early September.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Rīga. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in July to a very cold 1°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -5°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Rīga has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 779 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Rīga offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between August (84 mm) and March (45 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Rīga serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 9.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.8 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 3°C in January to 16°C in May.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Rīga.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 90%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s to 5 m/s. It is lower in May, June, July and August and higher in November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
overcast and no rain overcast and no rain overcast and chance of rainForecast for Rīga
6 m/s
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4 m/s
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The best time of year to visit Rīga in Latvia
During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 84 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 45 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 287 hours of sunshine.
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