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Latvia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Latvia in August.

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Planning a trip to Latvia this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Latvia in August

August in Latvia generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Kolka at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Bauska at 24°C (75°F). At night it cools down to 13°C (55°F) in Bauska and 17°C (63°F) in Kolka.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Latvia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Jelgava with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Tūja with 96 mm (3.8 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Rīga.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Rīga enjoys approximately 230 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Latvia in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Latvia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Latvia?

Temperature range in Latvia (August)

Precipitation variation in Latvia (August)

Rīga

In August Rīga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
230 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Rīga →

Jūrmala

In August Jūrmala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
230 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Jūrmala →

Ventspils

In August Ventspils generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Ventspils →

Liepāja

In August Liepāja generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
248 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Liepāja →

Daugavpils

In August Daugavpils generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
228 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Daugavpils →

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In our records: Latvia August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Latvia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Latvia reached 36°C (97°F) in Ventspils on August 4, 2014.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Latvia in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rīga 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Jūrmala 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Ventspils 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Daugavpils 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Cēsis 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Jelgava 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Latvia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Latvia in August?

Expect perfect weather across Latvia in August. The popular destination of Rīga averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Latvia in August?

Average temperatures in Latvia during August range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Rīga.

Does Latvia get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Rīga averages just 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Latvia.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Latvia?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Latvia with overall perfect weather in Rīga.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Rīga. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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