Climate guide for Riga, Latvia

Riga in July

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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July · Latvia

Best time to visit Riga in July Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Riga in July

Average temperature 18°C, 106 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

July score

8.0/10

Ranked #5 of 12 months

Full year for Riga
Avg temp
18°C
Rainfall
106 mm
Humidity
75%
Days with 6h+ sun
28
Crowd Density
Peak Tourist Rush
Average Expenses
$$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)

July in Riga scores 8.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 18°C, 106 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Art Nouveau facades fill Alberta iela, a short walk from Riga's medieval Old Town and the Daugava.

July holds up well in Riga — 5th best month

July averages 18°C (65°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Monthly rainfall reaches 106 mm — wet for this destination — but about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.

It scores 8/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 9.1/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Riga in July?
In July, Riga averages 18°C, 106 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
Is July a good time to visit Riga?
July earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Riga in July?
Expect about 106 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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