Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Riga in October
Riga cools off: highs slip to 49°F (10°C), from 62°F in September, with lows of 40°F (4°C) and about 3.1 in (78 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 55/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 49°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 3.1 in (78 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~10 h
- Comfort score
- 55/100 · Fair
What October feels like
Cool days top out near 49°F (10°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 40°F (4°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.1 in (78 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Plan around October
October sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and August & September.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 7°C (13°F) from September.
- Comfort slips from 81/100 in September to 55/100.
- Our Tallinn & Riga route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — October falls outside it.
What to pack for October
- Insulated jackethighs only 49°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Riga in October
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
St Peter's Church
Gothic church whose 123 m spire has a lift to a viewing gallery over the Old Town and the Daugava.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 49°F.
Riga Art Nouveau Museum
Restored 1903 apartment at Alberta iela 12 with original furniture and a painted spiral staircase.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Riga Christmas Market
Red-and-white striped stalls and a tall tree on Dome Square, beside Riga Cathedral, selling mittens, honey and hot food.
Black Magic
Dark wood cafe-bar on Kaļķu iela pouring Riga Black Balsam cocktails, with handmade chocolates.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 49°F.
Town Hall Square
Square where an octagonal plaque marks Riga's claim to the first decorated Christmas tree, set up in 1510.
Nearby in October
- Tallinn in October~173 mi · highs 48°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Helsinki in October~225 mi · highs 48°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Stockholm in October~275 mi · highs 49°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Riga?
It's middling, scoring 55/100. The best months are May & June and August & September, at up to 84. Expect highs of 49°F (10°C) and 3.1 in (78 mm) of rain.
How cold is Riga in October?
Average highs are 49°F (10°C) and average lows 40°F (4°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Riga in October?
Some: about 3.1 in (78 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.1 in (764 mm).
What should I pack for Riga in October?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 49°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Riga in October?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.