Riga
Riga is the capital of Latvia and is rich in historical architecture and Art Nouveau style. The Old Town of Riga is a must-visit attraction, including the Latvian Freedom Monument, St. Peter's Church and Riga City Hall. Summer is the best time to travel, as you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of blue sky and white clouds.
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Data source: Meteostat・Last updated: 2025-09
Weather in Riga throughout the year
Spring (March–May): Average 3.2–13.5°C, gradually warming climate with relatively little rainfall, suitable for outdoor activities. Common activities: strolling through the Old Town, visiting museums, enjoying spring scenery. Recommended clothing: light jacket, comfortable trousers or skirt, comfortable shoes.
Summer (June–August): Average 18.3–20.0°C, warm and humid climate with more rainfall, especially in July. Common activities: walking by the seaside, enjoying the sunshine, visiting city parks. Recommended clothing: breathable short-sleeved clothing, light trousers or skirts, sun hat, sunscreen.
Autumn (September–November): Average 9.2–15.3°C, gradually cooling climate with more rainfall and larger temperature fluctuations. Common activities: tasting local cuisine, visiting art exhibitions, enjoying the autumn atmosphere. Recommended clothing: warm jacket, comfortable trousers, scarf.
Winter (December–February): Average -1.5–1.0°C, cold climate with moderate snowfall, sometimes with icy conditions. Common activities: ice skating, enjoying winter scenery. Recommended clothing: warm coat, beanie, scarf, gloves, warm boots.
Weather in Riga
Annual average temperature: approx. 9°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 604 mm / Summer humidity: 65%–75% / Rainiest month: July
Riga weather by month
| Month | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | -1.5°C | 1°C | 3.2°C | 7.7°C | 13.5°C | 18.3°C | 19°C | 20°C | 15.3°C | 9.2°C | 3.5°C | -0.2°C |
| Rainfall (mm) | 59.4 | 42.3 | 37.6 | 39.6 | 16.6 | 27.5 | 92.1 | 73 | 64.1 | 50.7 | 45.7 | 56.3 |
7-day weather forecast for Riga
| Date | 11/5Thursday | 11/6Friday | 11/7Saturday | 11/8Sunday | 11/9Monday | 11/10Tuesday | 11/11Wednesday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weather |  Patchy rain nearby |  Sunny | Patchy rain nearby | Patchy rain nearby | Sunny | Patchy rain nearby |  Light drizzle |
| High | 10.6°C | 8.4°C | 8.5°C | 9.1°C | 7°C | 5°C | 4.2°C |
| Low | 7.9°C | 4.6°C | 4.4°C | 5.5°C | 1.7°C | 0.2°C | 3°C |
