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Vidzeme Weather in October

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

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Planning a journey to Vidzeme, Latvia this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Vidzeme in October

Vidzeme, Latvia is a region in Latvia. October in Vidzeme generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Rīga.

To explore the conditions in Vidzeme, Latvia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Varakļāni with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Lilaste with 88 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Rīga receives about 93 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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 October

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

Temperature range in Vidzeme (October)

Precipitation variation in Vidzeme (October)

Rīga

In October Rīga generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
93 hours
39 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Rīga →

Jūrmala

In October Jūrmala generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
93 hours
39 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Jūrmala →

Sigulda

In October Sigulda generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
93 hours
39 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Sigulda →

Cēsis

In October Cēsis generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
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Saulkrasti

In October Saulkrasti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
93 hours
39 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
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In our records: Latvia October extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Latvia brought 299 mm (12 in) in Jēkabpils on October 20, 2002.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rīga 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Jūrmala 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Cēsis 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Sigulda 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Saulkrasti 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Valmiera 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Vidzeme weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

In October, Vidzeme, Latvia generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Rīga sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Rīga peak at roughly 11°C (52°F) in October, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

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

October is on the drier side in Vidzeme, Latvia. Rīga averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Vidzeme, Latvia?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Vidzeme, Latvia due to the typically unpleasant weather in Rīga.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Rīga. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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