Weather in December in Vidzeme
Thinking about venturing to Vidzeme this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Vidzeme in December?
Vidzeme is a region in Latvia. December in Vidzeme generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Alūksne at 1°C to cold in Jūrmala at 3°C. At night it cools down to -2°C in Jūrmala and -5°C in Alūksne. In many regions in Latvia, December is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.To explore the conditions in Vidzeme in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Gulbene with an average of 52 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Salacgrīva with 65 mm.Average sunshine
Rīga experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 24 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor a more detailed look at Vidzeme's conditions throughout the year, check out our Vidzeme climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Vidzeme?
Rīga
In December Rīga generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Jūrmala
In December Jūrmala generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sigulda
In December Sigulda generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cēsis
In December Cēsis generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Saulkrasti
In December Saulkrasti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Vidzeme, in Latvia.
Is December the best time to visit Vidzeme?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Rīga, December may not be the ideal time to visit Vidzeme.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Rīga. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.
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