Monthly climate guide
Riga weather in May
May in Riga is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 16°C (61°F) and night-time lows near 7°C (45°F). The month usually brings about 53 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 7°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- In Riga, May is late spring.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 4°C higher.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
Avg high
16°C
61°F
Avg low
7°C
45°F
Rainfall
53 mm
some rain
Humidity
79%
relative
Sky
59%
cloud · often cloudy
Riga weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C / 28°F | -6°C / 20°F | 61 mm | 96% | 87% |
| February | -2°C / 29°F | -7°C / 20°F | 48 mm | 95% | 84% |
| March | 3°C / 37°F | -4°C / 25°F | 41 mm | 89% | 75% |
| April | 10°C / 49°F | 1°C / 34°F | 50 mm | 82% | 63% |
| May | 16°C / 61°F | 7°C / 45°F | 53 mm | 79% | 59% |
| June | 20°C / 67°F | 12°C / 53°F | 66 mm | 78% | 64% |
| July | 21°C / 71°F | 14°C / 57°F | 80 mm | 81% | 69% |
| August | 21°C / 70°F | 13°C / 56°F | 70 mm | 80% | 64% |
| September | 17°C / 63°F | 10°C / 50°F | 62 mm | 84% | 67% |
| October | 10°C / 50°F | 5°C / 40°F | 70 mm | 89% | 74% |
| November | 5°C / 40°F | 1°C / 34°F | 64 mm | 94% | 84% |
| December | 1°C / 33°F | -2°C / 28°F | 58 mm | 95% | 85% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Riga?
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Riga in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Riga?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Riga, with highs around 16°C and about 53 mm of rain.
How warm is Riga in May?
Average highs are about 16°C (61°F) and average lows about 7°C (45°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Riga in May?
Riga typically gets around 53 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Riga (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.