Zemgale Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Zemgale, Latvia in January.

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Jelgava Engure Tukums Tērvete

Considering a trip to Zemgale, Latvia this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Zemgale in January

Zemgale, Latvia is a region in Latvia. January in Zemgale generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -1°C (30°F) in Pļaviņas to 2°C (36°F) in Bērzciems. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Bērzciems and -6°C (21°F) in Pļaviņas. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Zemgale, Latvia. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For specific regional insights in Zemgale, Latvia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Tērvete with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Koknese with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during January. Jelgava experiences about 32 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Zemgale by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Zemgale — and find the best time to visit. (based on Jelgava)

January1°C (34°F) February1°C (34°F) March6°C (43°F) April13°C (55°F) May18°C (64°F) This monthJune22°C (72°F) July24°C (75°F) August23°C (73°F) September18°C (64°F) October12°C (54°F) November6°C (43°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Zemgale in January

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

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 Zemgale

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Zemgale, Latvia?

Temperature range in Zemgale (January)

Precipitation variation in Zemgale (January)

Jelgava

In January Jelgava generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
24 hours
32 hours
61 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jelgava →

Engure

In January Engure generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
24 hours
32 hours
61 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Engure →

Tukums

In January Tukums generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
24 hours
32 hours
61 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tukums →

Tērvete

In January Tērvete generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
28 hours
39 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tērvete →

Bauska

In January Bauska generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
24 hours
32 hours
61 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bauska →

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In our records: Latvia January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Latvia dropped to -35°C (-31°F) in Smiltene on January 20, 2006.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Latvia was -31°C (-24°F) in Raiskums on January 10, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Zemgale in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jelgava 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Engure 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Tukums 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Tērvete 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Bauska 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Dobele 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Zemgale weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zemgale, Latvia in January?

In January, Zemgale, Latvia generally has poor weather conditions. Jelgava sees daytime temperatures near 1°C (34°F), with nights cooling to roughly -5°C (23°F).

What is the average temperature in Zemgale, Latvia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Jelgava peak at roughly 1°C (34°F) in January, dropping to about -5°C (23°F) overnight.

Does Zemgale, Latvia get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Zemgale, Latvia during January, with Jelgava averaging close to 46 mm (1.8 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Zemgale, Latvia?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Zemgale, Latvia with often poor weather in Jelgava.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Jelgava. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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