LatviaAverage weather for Riga in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Riga with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 9°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Riga with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 4°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 18°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Riga is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In May, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Riga in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
17°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
21°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
13°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
30 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Riga?
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Riga. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2016, Riga reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -5°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Riga
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Riga, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Riga
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Riga, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in Riga.
Daily UV index in May in Riga
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Riga, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Riga over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Riga, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Riga over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Riga, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Riga
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Average weather in Riga by month
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