Weather in Riga
What's the weather like in Riga?
Riga has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 0°C (31°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in July, with overnight lows around -4°C (24°F) and 15°C (58°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Riga are June through August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇱🇻 Latvia
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Riga
- Coordinates
- 56.950, 24.105
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 31°F | -4°C / 24°F | 55 mm | 21 | — |
| February | 2°C / 35°F | -3°C / 26°F | 41 mm | 17 | — |
| March | 6°C / 42°F | -1°C / 30°F | 47 mm | 18 | — |
| April | 11°C / 52°F | 3°C / 37°F | 39 mm | 16 | — |
| May | 17°C / 62°F | 7°C / 45°F | 56 mm | 16 | — |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 13°C / 55°F | 72 mm | 18 | — |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 15°C / 58°F | 81 mm | 23 | — |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57°F | 92 mm | 20 | — |
| September | 17°C / 63°F | 10°C / 51°F | 60 mm | 17 | — |
| October | 11°C / 51°F | 5°C / 41°F | 81 mm | 20 | — |
| November | 5°C / 41°F | 1°C / 34°F | 56 mm | 19 | — |
| December | 2°C / 35°F | -2°C / 29°F | 52 mm | 20 | — |
Riga by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Riga?
The most comfortable months in Riga are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Riga?
July is typically the hottest month in Riga, averaging a high of 23°C (73°F).
What is the coldest month in Riga?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -4°C (24°F).
Does it snow in Riga?
Snow is rare in Riga; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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