Jūrmala weather in January (Vidzeme, Latvia)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Jūrmala this January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In January, Jūrmala typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 1°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -4°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Jūrmala in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 18 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 32 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Jūrmala. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Jūrmala, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Water Temperature 3°C *  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 54 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 32 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Rīga, Latvia (15 KM, 9 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. With a water temperature of around 3°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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