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Latvia Weather in October

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

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Planning a journey to Latvia this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Latvia in October

October in Latvia generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Korneti at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Pape at 12°C (54°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Pape and 3°C (37°F) in Korneti.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tērvete with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Ziemupe with 99 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Rīga receives about 93 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Latvia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Latvia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rīga)

January1°C (34°F) February1°C (34°F) March5°C (41°F) April11°C (52°F) May17°C (63°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September18°C (64°F) October11°C (52°F) November6°C (43°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Latvia in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Latvia.

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Latvia?

Temperature range in Latvia (October)

Precipitation variation in Latvia (October)

Rīga

In October Rīga generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
93 hours
39 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Rīga →

Jūrmala

In October Jūrmala generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
93 hours
39 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Jūrmala →

Ventspils

In October Ventspils generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ventspils →

Liepāja

In October Liepāja generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
103 hours
43 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Liepāja →

Daugavpils

In October Daugavpils generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
90 hours
35 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Daugavpils →

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In our records: Latvia October extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Latvia brought 299 mm (12 in) in Jēkabpils on October 20, 2002.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rīga 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Jūrmala 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Ventspils 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Daugavpils 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Cēsis 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jelgava 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)

Latvia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Latvia in October?

In October, Latvia generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Rīga sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Latvia in October?

Average temperatures in Latvia during October range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 11°C (52°F) in Rīga.

Does Latvia get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Latvia. Rīga averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Latvia?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Latvia due to the typically unpleasant weather in Rīga.

On average, the best time to visit Latvia is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Rīga. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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