January weather forecast
Latvia

January stands as the coldest month in Latvia, with temperatures typically ranging from -2°C (28.4°F) to -6°C (21.2°F), though in more severe cases, temperatures can drop as low as -20°C (-4°F). A considerable amount of snowfall characterizes this month, providing a white blanket over Latvia's cities and countryside, transforming the landscapes into picturesque winter wonderlands.

Riga, Latvia's capital and largest city, tends to experience similar conditions, with average temperatures hovering around -3°C (26.6°F). Despite the urban heat island effect, which can cause city areas to be slightly warmer, Riga's coastal location exposes it to chilly sea breezes that often amplify the cold.

Daugavpils, the second-largest city located in the southeastern part of the country, can experience slightly colder conditions due to its inland location. Here, January temperatures average between -6°C (21.2°F) to -9°C (15.8°F), with occasional drops to extreme lows during cold snaps.

Compared to December, January sees a slight drop in temperature but a marginal increase in daylight hours as the winter solstice passes. Looking ahead, February continues the winter trend with similar temperatures but noticeably longer days as Latvia progresses towards spring. Although the weather remains cold, January serves as a key month for winter sports and activities, such as ice fishing and cross-country skiing, due to consistent snow coverage.

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• Riga - January »
  In Riga, Latvia, during January, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of snow. In Riga, Latvia, January begins the new year with a chill, blanketing the city with snow and sending residents indoors.
• Daugavpils - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Daugavpils is January, when snow falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 171mm (6.73") of snow. In Daugavpils during January, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.
• Liepāja - January »
  January, having an average high-temperature of -0.5°C (31.1°F) and an average low-temperature of -5.7°C (21.7°F), is the coldest month in Liepāja, Latvia. Liepāja's January weather, with an average high temperature of -0.5°C (31.1°F) and an average low temperature of -5.7°C (21.7°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.
• Jūrmala - January »
  January proves to be the coldest month in Jūrmala, recording an average maximum temperature of -1.2°C (29.8°F) and a minimum temperature of -4.4°C (24.1°F). The most humid month in Jūrmala is January, with an average relative humidity of 90%.
• Ventspils - January »
  January, the first month of the year, is characterized by cold temperatures and a high probability of snowfall in Ventspils, Latvia. In Ventspils, during January, snow falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 103mm (4.06") of snow.
• Rēzekne - January »
  In Rēzekne, Latvia, during January, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 154mm (6.06") of snow. Rēzekne, Latvia embraces the full force of winter in January with the lowest temperatures of the year and snow adorning the cityscape.
• Ogre - January »
  January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ogre, Latvia. Ogre experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of -3°C (26.6°F) and a minimum of -7.2°C (19°F).
• Cēsis - January »
  In Cēsis, in January, snow falls for 21.1 days, with typically accumulated 198mm (7.8") of snow. In Cēsis, Latvia, during January, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.