Latvia’s July Start: Weather, Trends & Key Highlights

Latvia experienced an unusually wet and cool start to July, with precipitation reaching 289% of the climatic norm during the first ten days of the month, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre. The national average temperature for this period was +16.1 degrees, which is one degree lower than the 1991–2020 average.

Regional Precipitation Disparities and Soil Impact

Rainfall was distributed unevenly across the country. Ventspils recorded the highest precipitation at 112.8 millimeters, roughly six times the usual amount. In contrast, Rezekne was the only observation station to report rain below the norm, recording just 15.7 millimeters.

This volatility impacted soil moisture levels. While most of Latvia remained within the norm, the Kurzeme region was assessed as moderately wet or very wet. Meteorologists specifically recorded extreme humidity in Ventspils.

Humidity and Wind Extremes

The average relative humidity across Latvia stood at 82% for the period. Rucava and Saldus saw the highest humidity levels at 85%, while Riga recorded the lowest at 77%.

Wind activity also peaked during the first ten days. On July 6, Liepaja recorded the strongest gusts of the period, reaching speeds of 23.2 meters per second.

Potential Weather Outlook

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the average temperature in Latvia during the first ten days of July?
The average air temperature was +16.1 degrees, which is one degree lower than the average for 1991–2020.

Which city was the rainiest and which was the driest?
Ventspils was the rainiest with 112.8 millimeters of precipitation, while Rezekne was the driest with 15.7 millimeters.

Where were the strongest wind gusts recorded?
The strongest gusts were recorded in Liepaja on July 6, reaching 23.2 meters per second.

How did the weather in your region compare to these national averages?