Latvia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 11°C (52°F) in Kolka to 19°C (66°F) in Aknīste. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Aknīste and 8°C (46°F) in Kolka.
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Rīga averages a daytime high of 17°C (63°F) in May, which is moderate for Latvia.
Nighttime temperatures in Rīga typically drop to around 8°C (46°F) in May.
Aknīste tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 7°C (45°F).
For the month of May, Kolka is the most temperate city in Latvia based on our records. Highs average 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 8°C (46°F).
Rīga enjoys approximately 264 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
The water temperature averages approximately 16°C (61°F) in Rīga this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.
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