Best Time to Visit Latvia
Best time to visit Latvia: May, June, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Latvia
Go in May, June, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Latvia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29° | 21° | 2,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 31° | 22° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 34° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 52° | 38° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 63° | 47° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 70° | 55° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 74° | 60° | 5,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 71° | 57° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 68° | 55° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 52° | 42° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 41° | 35° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 37° | 31° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Latvia compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Latvia.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lithuania | 163 mi | 47°F | about the same | 32 in |
| Estonia | 173 mi | 45°F | 34°F cooler | 32 in |
| Finland | 225 mi | 44°F | 35°F cooler | 30 in |
| Helsinki | 225 mi | 44°F | 35°F cooler | 30 in |
| Helsinki Airport | 235 mi | 43°F | 36°F cooler | 31 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Latvia is a country in Europe. Latvia is a country in Europe with its capital at Riga. It has a population of about 1.9 million. The capital is Riga.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Latvia with partly cloudy. It feels like 47°F. Today runs from 49°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Latvia is May, June, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 21°F.
The closest major airport is Helsinki Airport (HEL), about 235 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 65°F is 13.3°F above the 52°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Latvia today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Latvia right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:53 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 62° / 49°
Light drizzle · 16% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 62° / 49°
Overcast · 16% rain · wind 8 mph
Quick facts about Latvia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 56°56′58.6″N 24°6′18.7″E (56.9496, 24.1052) |
| Capital | Riga |
| Population | 1.880.000 |
| Area | 24.938 sq mi |
| ISO code | LV |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | LVA |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Latvian |
| Calling code | +371 |
| Time zone | Europe/Riga |
| Local time | 6:53 AM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | May, June, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Latvia?
Latvia is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 56.9496, 24.1052. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Latvia right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 91% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Latvia?
May, June, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Latvia, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Latvia in?
Latvia observes Europe/Riga (UTC+03:00). The local time is 6:53 AM.
How many people live in Latvia?
Latvia has a population of approximately 1.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Latvia?
The closest airports are Helsinki Airport (HEL), 235 mi away and Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), 292 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 2, 2026 at 6:53 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
