The month in detail
What to expect in October
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Riga. Temperatures drop (11°C) and rain returns (39% of days). Expect rain on 39% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
October ranks 7 out of 12 months in Riga. Compared to September: −7°C daytime, 9 pts more rainy days, −2.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
5°
Sea
12°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Riga is June (8.1/10), 4.1 pts higher than October.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Latvia
🗣️LanguageLetton
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJune · 22°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 1°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 39%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Riga ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
LatviaTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.1 → 0.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
56.95°N · 24.11°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Riga?
July is the best month with 22.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 9.4h of sunshine and 29.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Riga get in July?
Riga averages 9.4 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Riga?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Riga in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 22.0°C.
Is Riga good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Riga scores 0.7/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid Riga?
January is the most difficult month to visit Riga, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Riga in October?
In October, the sea averages 12°C in Riga: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Riga in October?
The average UV index reaches 2 in October in Riga (low), with about 10.0h of daylight. No protection needed.