Latgale Weather in December

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

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Daugavpils Balvi Rēzekne Krāslava

Planning a journey to Latgale, Latvia this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Latgale in December

Latgale, Latvia is a region in Latvia. December in Latgale generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Daugavpils. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For specific regional insights in Latgale, Latvia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Kārsava with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Aglona with 54 mm (2.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Daugavpils receives around 22 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Latgale by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Latgale — and find the best time to visit. (based on Daugavpils)

January-1°C (30°F) February0°C (32°F) March5°C (41°F) April13°C (55°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August23°C (73°F) September18°C (64°F) October11°C (52°F) November5°C (41°F) December1°C (34°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Latgale in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Latgale.

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 Latgale

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

Temperature range in Latgale (December)

Precipitation variation in Latgale (December)

Daugavpils

In December Daugavpils generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
22 hours
35 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Daugavpils →

Balvi

In December Balvi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Balvi →

Rēzekne

In December Rēzekne generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Rēzekne →

Krāslava

In December Krāslava generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
22 hours
35 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Krāslava →

Aglona

In December Aglona generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
22 hours
35 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aglona →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Daugavpils 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Balvi 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Rēzekne 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Krāslava 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Aglona 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Čornaja 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

Latgale weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Latgale, Latvia brings poor weather. In Daugavpils, daytime temperatures are typically around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime lows hover near -4°C (25°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Daugavpils peak at roughly 1°C (34°F) in December, dropping to about -4°C (25°F) overnight.

Does Latgale, Latvia get a lot of snow/rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Latgale, Latvia. Daugavpils averages only about 52 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Latgale, Latvia?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Latgale, Latvia due to the typically poor weather in Daugavpils.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Daugavpils. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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