Riga weather at a glance
Hottest
July · 22°C
Coldest
January · -7°C
Wettest
August · 78 mm
Best season
June, July, August
When is the best time to visit Riga
Riga has a humid continental climate. In summer (Jun–Aug) the average high is around 21°C, while in winter (Dec–Feb) it sits near -1°C by day and -6°C at night. The hottest month is July (22°C) and the coldest is January (-7°C).
The best time to visit is June, July, August, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and walking around. January, February, December can be less comfortable — keep that in mind when planning.
Riga temperatures & rainfall by month
Long-term monthly averages (climate normals).
| Month | High | Low | Daily range | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -2° | -7° | 38 mm | |
| Feb | -2° | -7° | 31 mm | |
| Mar | 3° | -4° | 32 mm | |
| Apr | 11° | 1° | 38 mm | |
| May | 17° | 6° | 45 mm | |
| Jun● | 20° | 10° | 62 mm | |
| Jul | 22° | 13° | 75 mm | |
| Aug | 21° | 12° | 78 mm | |
| Sep | 16° | 8° | 67 mm | |
| Oct | 10° | 4° | 56 mm | |
| Nov | 4° | 0° | 53 mm | |
| Dec | 1° | -3° | 46 mm |
Seasons in Riga
Spring
10° / 1°
cool
Rain: ~38 mm/mo
Summer
21° / 12°
mild
Rain: ~72 mm/mo
Autumn
10° / 4°
cool
Rain: ~59 mm/mo
Winter
-1° / -6°
cold
Rain: ~38 mm/mo
When to visit Riga
✓ Best months
June, July, August
~ Less comfortable
January, February, December
What to pack
- A warm coat, hat and gloves — winter temperatures drop below freezing.
- Comfortable walking shoes — you'll be on your feet around the centre.