Latgale Weather in January

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

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Daugavpils Balvi Rēzekne Krāslava

Planning a trip to Latgale, Latvia this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Latgale in January

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

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -1°C (30°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Daugavpils. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

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

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 51 mm (2 in) in Daugavpils.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Daugavpils receives roughly 35 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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 January

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Latgale, Latvia?

Temperature range in Latgale (January)

Precipitation variation in Latgale (January)

Daugavpils

In January Daugavpils generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
22 hours
35 hours
62 hours
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Daugavpils →

Balvi

In January Balvi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Balvi →

Rēzekne

In January Rēzekne generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snowfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Rēzekne →

Krāslava

In January Krāslava generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
22 hours
35 hours
62 hours
Monthly snowfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Krāslava →

Aglona

In January Aglona generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
22 hours
35 hours
62 hours
Monthly snowfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aglona →

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In our records: Latvia January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Latvia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Latvia dropped to -35°C (-31°F) in Smiltene on January 20, 2006.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Latvia was -31°C (-24°F) in Raiskums on January 10, 1987.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Daugavpils -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Balvi -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Rēzekne -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Krāslava -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Aglona -1°C (30°F) -6°C (21°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Čornaja -1°C (30°F) -7°C (19°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

Latgale weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Latgale, Latvia typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Daugavpils average around -1°C (30°F), and temperatures drop to about -6°C (21°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Latgale, Latvia during January range from a nighttime low near -6°C (21°F) to a daytime high around -1°C (30°F) in Daugavpils.

Does Latgale, Latvia get a lot of snow in January?

January is on the drier side in Latgale, Latvia. Daugavpils averages only about 51 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Latgale, Latvia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Daugavpils, January may not be the ideal time to visit Latgale, Latvia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Daugavpils. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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