Riga Weather in January
Latvia · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Riga is freezing, with daytime highs below zero, with average daytime highs around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime lows near -4°C (24°F). Expect roughly 47mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
0°C
32°F
Avg low
-4°C
24°F
Rainfall
47mm
dry
Rainy days
11
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 37 hours of sunshine over the month (~1h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- insulated winter coat
- thermal layers
- gloves and a warm hat
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Riga in January?
- January in Riga is freezing, with daytime highs below zero, with average daytime highs around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime lows near -4°C (24°F). Expect roughly 47mm of precipitation spread over about 11 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Riga in January?
- Riga sees around 47mm of precipitation in January on average — dry by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Riga?
- January is a workable month to visit Riga, but expect some weather trade-offs.