2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Riga in April

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

April is a good time to visit Riga. Riga has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 10°C, lows of 2°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

10°C

Avg Low

2°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

14.2h

Is April a good time to visit Riga?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:17 AM

Sunset

8:32 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 5°C 1°C 11 Good
February 5°C 0°C 12 Good
March 7°C -1°C 12 Good
April 10°C 2°C 11 Good
May 14°C 5°C 9 Excellent (best)
June 23°C 14°C 10 Excellent (best)
July 21°C 12°C 18 Excellent (best)
August 22°C 13°C 8 Excellent (best)
September 19°C 12°C 11 Excellent (best)
October 13°C 8°C 18 Wet
November 8°C 4°C 13 Wet
December 2°C -1°C 10 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for April

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is April a good time to visit Riga? +

April is typically Good for visiting Riga, with average highs of 10°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Riga in April? +

With highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Riga in April? +

Riga typically sees around 11 rainy days in April.

How many hours of daylight are there in Riga in April? +

In April, Riga gets approximately 14.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is April peak season in Riga? +

No, April is not peak season in Riga. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Riga? +

The best months to visit Riga are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Riga)

Last Updated: January 2026

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