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Riga in April
Riga warms up: highs climb to 49°F (10°C), from 36°F in March, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 63/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 49°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (48 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What April feels like
Cool days top out near 49°F (10°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 34°F (1°C).
About 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's April.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and August & September.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 7°C (13°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 44/100 in March to 63/100.
- Our Tallinn & Riga route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- Insulated jackethighs only 49°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Riga in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Alberta iela
Street of Art Nouveau apartment blocks from 1901 to 1908, many by Mikhail Eisenstein, with masks, lions and sphinxes.
Why now April scores 63/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Riga Central Market
Market in five former Zeppelin hangars by the river, with halls for fish, meat, dairy and smoked foods.
Why now Highs near 49°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Town Hall Square
Square where an octagonal plaque marks Riga's claim to the first decorated Christmas tree, set up in 1510.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Black Magic
Dark wood cafe-bar on Kaļķu iela pouring Riga Black Balsam cocktails, with handmade chocolates.
Riga Christmas Market
Red-and-white striped stalls and a tall tree on Dome Square, beside Riga Cathedral, selling mittens, honey and hot food.
Nearby in April
- Tallinn in April~173 mi · highs 44°F, 1.6 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Helsinki in April~225 mi · highs 41°F, 1.6 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Stockholm in April~275 mi · highs 49°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Riga in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Riga?
It's middling, scoring 63/100. The best months are May & June and August & September, at up to 84. Expect highs of 49°F (10°C) and 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain.
How cold is Riga in April?
Average highs are 49°F (10°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Riga in April?
Not much: about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.1 in (764 mm).
What should I pack for Riga in April?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 49°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Riga
Planning Riga in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.