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Vidzeme Weather in May

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

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

What to Expect in Vidzeme in May

Vidzeme, Latvia is a region in Latvia. May in Vidzeme generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Salacgrīva at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Ķegums at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Ķegums and 7°C (45°F) in Salacgrīva.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ainaži with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Vecpiebalga with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Rīga enjoys about 264 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 May

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Vidzeme, Latvia?

Temperature range in Vidzeme (May)

Precipitation variation in Vidzeme (May)

Rīga

In May Rīga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
264 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Rīga →

Jūrmala

In May Jūrmala generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
264 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Jūrmala →

Sigulda

In May Sigulda generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
264 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Cēsis

In May Cēsis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Saulkrasti

In May Saulkrasti generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
264 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rīga 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Jūrmala 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Cēsis 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Sigulda 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Saulkrasti 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Valmiera 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Vidzeme weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Vidzeme, Latvia in May. The popular destination of Rīga averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

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

In Rīga, the average daytime high in May is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Vidzeme, Latvia during May, with Rīga averaging close to 57 mm (2.2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Vidzeme, Latvia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Vidzeme, Latvia with overall tolerable weather in Rīga.

On average, the best time to visit Vidzeme, Latvia is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Rīga. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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