Jelgava weather in December (Zemgale, Latvia)

How does the December weather in Jelgava compare to other months? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In December, Jelgava tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 3°C, while nights can cool down to about -2°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Jelgava in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 20 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 24 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Jelgava. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Jelgava climate page with graphs.

 

Jelgava, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 47 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Sunshine 24 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Rīga, Latvia (40 KM, 25 Miles).

Where to go in Latvia in December

Find out more about the weather in Latvia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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