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Jūrmala weather in May (Vidzeme, Latvia)

What can you expect from the weather in Jūrmala during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Jūrmala generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 8°C.

Jūrmala in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 264 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, 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 May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 264 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Rīga, Latvia (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Where to go in Latvia in May

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

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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 Jūrmala in May?

For visitors traveling to Jūrmala, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 16°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 in May.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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