2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Riga in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Riga. Riga has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 14°C, lows of 5°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

Avg High

14°C

Avg Low

5°C

Rainy days

9days

Daylight

16.5h

Is May a good time to visit Riga?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:07 AM

Sunset

9:35 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 May

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 May a good time to visit Riga? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Riga, with average highs of 14°C and around 9 rainy days.

What should I pack for Riga in May? +

With highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Riga in May? +

Riga typically sees around 9 rainy days in May.

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

In May, Riga gets approximately 16.5 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Riga? +

Yes, May is peak season in Riga. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

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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