The climate of Latvia
The current climate in Latvia features temperatures ranging from a high of 23°C to a low of 0°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 12°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -5°C and in the warmer months around 13°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Latvia.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Latvia in recent years was 34°C in June 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -16°C in January 2016.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Latvia gets 479 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 64 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Latvia is based on weather data from Riga. Other places, like JūrmalaVentspils, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Latvia to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Latvia?
The best time to visit Latvia for sunny weather is June through September. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Latvia. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Latvia
The climate table of Latvia shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 0 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 17 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 18 | 11 | 6 | 2 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -4 | -3 | -1 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 2 | -2 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 37 | 25 | 22 | 28 | 30 | 38 | 45 | 76 | 59 | 43 | 39 | 37 |
| Snow (cm) | 17 | 12 | 8,5 | 1,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,4 | 9,0 | 16 |
| UV Index | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Latvia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Latvia
Yearly Temperature in Latvia
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Latvia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Latvia
Total Yearly Precipitation in Latvia
Average Snowfall per Month in Latvia
Total Yearly Snowfall in Latvia
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Latvia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Latvia
Weather experiences in Latvia
The weather in Latvia is rated an average of 3,3 out of 5 stars by 3 visitors. Have you been to Latvia? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Babette
Warm clothing and proper footwear are essential, but the clear winter nights are breathtaking.
ThijsRefreshing during the day, ideal for outdoor activities. It can be a bit cooler in the evening hours, so keep that in mind. It rains occasionally, but is generally dry. Beautiful nature is a plus!
Babette EsveldApril in Latvia was pleasant with average temperatures around 10°C. There was sunshine and light rain all day, which made the landscape greener. It was perfect weather for outdoor activities.
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Average weather in Latvia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Latvia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.