Jelgava Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Jelgava can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and very cold during the cooler months.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Jelgava can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 1°C during cooler months like February.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -5°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Jelgava experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 694 mm yearly. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. July brings wetter days averaging 81 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 rainy days. In contrast, March experiences a drier climate, with about 42 mm of snow/rainfall spread across 14 snowy/rainy days.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
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Jelgava. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.8 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Jelgava.
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
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Jelgava 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 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 81 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 42 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 287 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
