Kurzeme Weather in December

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

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Ventspils Liepāja Kuldīga Pāvilosta

Considering a trip to Kurzeme, Latvia this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kurzeme in December

Kurzeme, Latvia is a region in Latvia. December in Kurzeme generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 2°C (36°F) in Saldus to 5°C (41°F) in Ziemupe. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Ziemupe and -3°C (27°F) in Saldus. In many areas in Latvia, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Talsi with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Ziemupe with 81 mm (3.2 in).

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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 Kurzeme

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Kurzeme, Latvia?

Temperature range in Kurzeme (December)

Precipitation variation in Kurzeme (December)

Ventspils

In December Ventspils generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ventspils →

Liepāja

In December Liepāja generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
43 hours
28 hours
34 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Liepāja →

Kuldīga

In December Kuldīga generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
43 hours
28 hours
34 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kuldīga →

Pāvilosta

In December Pāvilosta generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
43 hours
28 hours
34 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pāvilosta →

Jūrkalne

In December Jūrkalne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
43 hours
28 hours
34 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jūrkalne →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kurzeme in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ventspils 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Liepāja 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Kuldīga 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Pāvilosta 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jūrkalne 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Bernāti 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Kurzeme weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kurzeme, Latvia in December?

December in Kurzeme, Latvia brings poor weather. In Ventspils, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near 0°C (32°F).

What is the average temperature in Kurzeme, Latvia in December?

Daytime temperatures in Ventspils peak at roughly 5°C (41°F) in December, dropping to about 0°C (32°F) overnight.

Does Kurzeme, Latvia get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Kurzeme, Latvia. Ventspils averages only about 72 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Kurzeme, Latvia?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Kurzeme, Latvia with often poor weather in Ventspils.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Ventspils. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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