Climate and monthly weather forecastSalacgrīva, Latvia
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Salacgrīva
In the classification system introduced by Köppen, the prevailing climate of Salacgrīva is Dfb, also referred to as a humid continental climate with no dry season and warm summers. This classification is commonly associated with cities located in high latitude areas, and Salacgrīva is no exception, resting on the coast of the Baltic Sea in northern Latvia.Throughout the year, Salacgrīva experiences a wide range of weather conditions. The temperatures fluctuate between a low of -4.3C to a high of 20.5C. Winter temperatures often dip into the negatives, with the lowest being in January at -4.3C and the highest point of temperature usually comes in July, reaching up to 20.5C.
Precipitation occurs throughout all months, but the intensity varies. From January to April, there is a gradual decrease of rainfall from 24mm (0.94") to 15mm (0.59"). However, it then surges during warmer months, reaching its peak in August at 56mm (2.2"). Notably, May is a significant month as it records an increase of rainfall by 12mm (0.47") compared to April. Snowfalls, conversely, generally occur from November to March with January experiencing the heaviest at 71mm (2.8").
Bearing testimony to the humid continental nature of Salacgrīva's climate are the humidity levels which swing between 75% and 91% throughout different months of the year. Meanwhile, wind speeds vary from 14.9km/h (9.3mph) in May to 25.1km/h (15.6mph) in December. The highest wind gust recorded is in December at 36.7km/h (22.8mph).
The best time to visit Salacgrīva
Taking into account the various weather parameters throughout the year, July presents itself as the best time to visit Salacgrīva. During this month, the city experiences its warmest temperatures between 15.2C to 20.5C. This time of year is also abundant in daylight, offering an average of 17.3 hours per day, coupled with high sunshine levels of 11.5 hours per day. Although rainfall reaches a bloated figure of 50mm (1.97"), the sea temprature is at its highest presenting visitors with an optimal beach climate.The worst time to visit Salacgrīva
Generally, January is considered the worst time to visit Salacgrīva due to its harsh weather conditions. This month experiences the lowest temperatures ranging from -4.3C to -1.2C, along with the highest snowfall of the year at 71mm (2.8"). This month also has less hours of daylight, at 7.4 hours and relatively fewer hours of sunshine, both contributing to a colder, more dreary environment for tourists.Spring weather in Salacgrīva
Spring in Salacgrīva encompasses the months of March, April and May. The temperatures start climbing from the negatives in March at around -2.3C, rising up to 13.2C in May. Precipitation patterns vary during these months, with rain lessening from 21mm (0.83") to 15mm (0.59") from March to April, then increasing considerably to 27mm (1.06") in May.Summer weather in Salacgrīva
The summer months from June to August present a warm climate, with temperatures peaking at 20.5C in July and not going below 12C throughout the entire season. Apart from high temperatures, the sea also warms up reaching its peak at 19.8C in July. While the rainfall hits its height in August at 56mm (2.2"), the plentiful sunshine and long daylight hours make the season enjoyable regardless.Autumn weather in Salacgrīva
The autumn period from September to November sees temperatures gradually decreasing from 15.8C in September to 2.1C in November. Rainfall increases sharply from 33mm (1.3") in September to 41mm (1.61") in October, then levels off at 31mm (1.22") in November. The hours of sunshine decreases from 7.8 hours in September to 3.1 hours in November, signaling the approach of the colder winter months.Winter weather in Salacgrīva
Winter sets in Salacgrīva from December, imposing its harsh conditions till February. Average temperatures can drop as low as -4.3C in January, and any warmth barely reaches above freezing with a high of 1.5C achieved in February. The months see considerable snowfall and the daylight hours are the shortest, hovering between 6.7 hours in December and 7.4 hours in January. Despite the cold, winter carries its own charm especially for those fond of white landscapes and winter activities.Weather in January
Taking a first step into the year, the weather in Salacgrīva, Latvia, confirms the winter. Snow showers modulate the scenery, with January offering 71mm (2.8") of snowfall spread across nearly 13 days. A chilly breeze flows through the town, with significantly cold temperatures. Weather in January »Weather in February
As February emerges, very subtle changes in the weather dynamics surface in Salacgrīva, Latvia. Cold weather persists, but the sea temperature staggering at 0.1°C (32.2°F) moderates the cold winds coming from the Baltic Sea. Weather in February »Weather in March
March brings with it a welcome shift in conditions, as winter begins to make way for spring in Salacgrīva, Latvia. A noticeable transformation is the rise in temperature, which peaks at 1.5°C (34.7°F). Snowfall persists, but sees a significant dip as compared to the preceding months, symbolizing a transition phase. Weather in March »Weather in April
April marks a clear departure from winter, as temperatures in Salacgrīva, Latvia ascend rapidly. The noticeable shift from snow to rain is another defining characteristic of this month. Green tints start to dominate the landscape as sprouts take advantage of the 14.4 hours of daily daylight. Weather in April »Weather in May
Gradually drifting away from the remnants of winter, the weather during May witnesses a pleasant transformation in Salacgrīva, Latvia. Milder temperatures become a norm, and it starts to feel significantly warmer than the previous months. Weather in May »Weather in June
As summer settles in Salacgrīva, Latvia during June, the weather turns markedly warmer. The temperatures often reach as high as 17.1°C (62.8°F), painting a clear picture of the summer ambiance. Additionally, longer daylight hours brighten the city for up to 18 hours a day. Weather in June »Weather in July
The weather in July in Salacgrīva, Latvia peaks as the warmest month of the year, with temperatures reaching a remarkable 20.5°C (68.9°F). Also, the month witnesses the highest rainfall, a characteristic feature of July weather. Weather in July »Weather in August
As August enters, the weather in Salacgrīva, Latvia takes a slight downward trend. Even though the temperatures remain warm, it is notably less heated compared to July. Despite the rainfall displaying a descending curve from July's record, it remains relatively high. Weather in August »Weather in September
September marks the onset of autumn, with the weather starting to cool down in Salacgrīva, Latvia. A significant drop in temperature is observed, with highs of around 15.8°C (60.4°F), thus welcoming the initial days of fall. Weather in September »Weather in October
With the transition to October, the autumn foliage adorns Salacgrīva, Latvia, and there's a significant drop in temperature when compared to September, descending to 9.2°C (48.6°F). The sea starts to lose its warmth, indicating the upcoming winter. Weather in October »Weather in November
November brings a chilly feel, with temperatures in Salacgrīva, Latvia diving to new lows, averaging around 5.5°C (41.9°F). The sea temperature dips further and the daylight hours continue to shorten. There remains a high likelihood of encountering frosty mornings or late evenings. Weather in November »Weather in December
December ushers in the cold winter, making it the coldest month of the year with temperatures falling to -0.5°C (31.1°F) in Salacgrīva, Latvia. Notably, snowfall returns to make a major appearance with 53mm (2.09") spread across nearly 11 days. Weather in December »Updated: Feb 1, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
In Salacgrīva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.6 days and collects up to 388mm (15.28") of precipitation.
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Salacgrīva, Latvia.
January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of snow.
In Salacgrīva, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 266mm (10.47") of snow.
The months with the lowest UV index in Salacgrīva, Latvia, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
Salacgrīva records the coldest temperatures in February, averaging a high of -1.3°C (29.7°F) and a low of -4.3°C (24.3°F).
The most humid month in Salacgrīva is February, with an average relative humidity of 91%.
March is the month with the coldest seawater in Salacgrīva, Latvia, with an average sea temperature of -0.1°C (31.8°F).
April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.
The months with the lowest humidity in Salacgrīva, Latvia, are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 75%.
May through September are months without snowfall in Salacgrīva, Latvia.
With an average of 18h and 0min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Salacgrīva, Latvia.
The months with the highest UV index in Salacgrīva, Latvia, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
July, with average temperatures reaching a high of 20.5°C (68.9°F) and a low of 15.2°C (59.4°F), is the warmest month.
July is the month with the warmest seawater in Salacgrīva, Latvia, with an average sea temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F).
The month with the most sunshine in Salacgrīva, Latvia, is July, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.
The month with the most rainfall in Salacgrīva is August, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Salacgrīva, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. The next Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00, and the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.
With an average of 6h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
With an average of 1.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
Average temperature
Salacgrīva, Latvia
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.3°C).
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (15.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-4.3°C).
Average pressure
Salacgrīva, Latvia
- Average pressure in January:
1013mbar - Average pressure in February:
1013.6mbar - Average pressure in March:
1012.7mbar - Average pressure in April:
1014.5mbar - Average pressure in May:
1015.3mbar - Average pressure in June:
1013.1mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1011.8mbar - Average pressure in August:
1014.5mbar - Average pressure in September:
1014.8mbar - Average pressure in October:
1015.5mbar - Average pressure in November:
1013.3mbar - Average pressure in December:
1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed
Salacgrīva, Latvia
- Average wind speed in January:
21.5km/h - Average wind speed in February:
18.9km/h - Average wind speed in March:
18.1km/h - Average wind speed in April:
16.6km/h - Average wind speed in May:
14.9km/h - Average wind speed in June:
16.3km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
15.8km/h - Average wind speed in August:
16.5km/h - Average wind speed in September:
19.8km/h - Average wind speed in October:
21.6km/h - Average wind speed in November:
22.1km/h - Average wind speed in December:
25.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (14.9km/h).
Average humidity
Salacgrīva, Latvia
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (75%).
Average rainfall
Salacgrīva, Latvia
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (15mm).
Average rainfall days
Salacgrīva, Latvia
- Average rainfall days in January:
7.7 days - Average rainfall days in February:
7.1 days - Average rainfall days in March:
10.1 days - Average rainfall days in April:
10.3 days - Average rainfall days in May:
12 days - Average rainfall days in June:
13.7 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
16.9 days - Average rainfall days in August:
16.7 days - Average rainfall days in September:
14.3 days - Average rainfall days in October:
15.1 days - Average rainfall days in November:
14.1 days - Average rainfall days in December:
11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).
Average snowfall
Salacgrīva, Latvia
The month with the highest snowfall is January (71mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days
Salacgrīva, Latvia
- Average snowfall days in January:
12.9 days - Average snowfall days in February:
13.1 days - Average snowfall days in March:
10.5 days - Average snowfall days in April:
2.9 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0.1 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
1.1 days - Average snowfall days in November:
2.8 days - Average snowfall days in December:
11.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature
Salacgrīva, Latvia
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-0.1°C).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Salacgrīva, Latvia
- Average daylight in January:
7h and 24min - Average daylight in February:
9h and 24min - Average daylight in March:
11h and 54min - Average daylight in April:
14h and 24min - Average daylight in May:
16h and 42min - Average daylight in June:
18h and 0min
- Average daylight in July:
17h and 18min - Average daylight in August:
15h and 12min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 48min - Average daylight in October:
10h and 18min - Average daylight in November:
8h and 0min - Average daylight in December:
6h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in January:
2h and 24min - Average sunshine in February:
2h and 30min - Average sunshine in March:
4h and 54min - Average sunshine in April:
8h and 12min - Average sunshine in May:
10h and 6min - Average sunshine in June:
11h and 24min
- Average sunshine in July:
11h and 30min - Average sunshine in August:
10h and 6min - Average sunshine in September:
7h and 48min - Average sunshine in October:
4h and 6min - Average sunshine in November:
3h and 6min - Average sunshine in December:
1h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).
Average sunshine days
Salacgrīva, Latvia
- Average sunshine days in January:
11.9 days - Average sunshine days in February:
11 days - Average sunshine days in March:
13.9 days - Average sunshine days in April:
16.4 days - Average sunshine days in May:
17.3 days - Average sunshine days in June:
14.4 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
11.3 days - Average sunshine days in August:
12.6 days - Average sunshine days in September:
12.6 days - Average sunshine days in October:
13.1 days - Average sunshine days in November:
11.7 days - Average sunshine days in December:
7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.9 days).
Average UV index
Salacgrīva, Latvia
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover
Salacgrīva, Latvia
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility
Salacgrīva, Latvia
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (8km).
