Weather in January in Vidzeme
Planning a trip to Vidzeme this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Vidzeme in January?
Vidzeme is a region in Latvia. January in Vidzeme generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -1°C in Alūksne to 1°C in Jūrmala. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C in Jūrmala and -7°C in Alūksne. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.To explore the conditions in Vidzeme in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Varakļāni with an average of 51 mm to moderate snowfall in Ērgļi with 65 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 32 hours of sunlight in Rīga. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For a more detailed look at Vidzeme's conditions throughout the year, check out our Vidzeme climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Latvia, check out our Vidzeme's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Vidzeme?
Rīga
In January Rīga 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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Jūrmala
In January Jūrmala 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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Sigulda
In January Sigulda generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cēsis
In January Cēsis generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Saulkrasti
In January Saulkrasti generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°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 January the best time to visit Vidzeme?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Rīga, January may not be the ideal time to visit Vidzeme.
On average, the best time to visit Vidzeme is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Rīga. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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