Jelgava weather in January (Zemgale, Latvia)

How does the weather in Jelgava usually fare in January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Jelgava typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 1°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -5°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Precipitation

Jelgava in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 46 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 32 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Jelgava. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Jelgava, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 46 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 32 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

Where to go in Latvia in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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