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Vidzeme Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Vidzeme, Latvia in August.

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Are you planning a trip a to Vidzeme, Latvia in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Vidzeme in August

Vidzeme, Latvia is a region in Latvia. August in Vidzeme generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Rīga.

For a closer look at conditions across Vidzeme, Latvia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Varakļāni with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Tūja with 96 mm (3.8 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Rīga gets approximately 230 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Vidzeme by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Vidzeme - and find the best time to visit. (based on Rīga)

January1°C (34°F) February1°C (34°F) March5°C (41°F) April11°C (52°F) May17°C (63°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September18°C (64°F) October11°C (52°F) November6°C (43°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Vidzeme in August

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

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 Vidzeme

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Vidzeme, Latvia?

Temperature range in Vidzeme (August)

Precipitation variation in Vidzeme (August)

Rīga

In August Rīga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
230 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Rīga →

Jūrmala

In August Jūrmala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
230 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Jūrmala →

Sigulda

In August Sigulda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
230 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Sigulda →

Cēsis

In August Cēsis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Cēsis →

Saulkrasti

In August Saulkrasti generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
230 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Vidzeme, in Latvia.

In our records: Latvia August extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Latvia reached 36°C (97°F) in Ventspils on August 4, 2014.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Vidzeme in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rīga 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Jūrmala 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Cēsis 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Sigulda 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Saulkrasti 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Valmiera 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)

Vidzeme weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vidzeme, Latvia in August?

Vidzeme, Latvia typically experiences excellent weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Rīga average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Vidzeme, Latvia in August?

Daytime temperatures in Rīga peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in August, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Vidzeme, Latvia get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Vidzeme, Latvia. Rīga averages only about 84 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Vidzeme, Latvia?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Vidzeme, Latvia with overall excellent weather in Rīga. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide excellent weather in Rīga. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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