SeasonMapLatvia in January
January is Latvia's weakest month (rank 12 of 12): its 2 destinations average 29/100, led by Riga at 32 — -4°C and 14 rainy days — while Jūrmala trails at 25 with 56 mm of rain.
#12 of 12 months for Latvia · 2 destinations · updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Where in Latvia in January
| # | Place | Type | Feels-like high | Rain | Comfort | At its best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riga | City | -4°C | 58 mm · 14 days | 32 tier F | — |
| 2 | Jūrmala | Beach | -5°C | 56 mm · 13 days | 25 tier F | — |
Comfort is SeasonMap's 0–100 score; each place is judged through the lens that suits it — beaches on beach weather, ski resorts on snow. "At its best" means January is one of that place's own top three months. Feels-like highs fold in humidity, wind and sun.
What's on in Latvia in January
- Christmas market on Dome Square · Riga · 28 Nov – 7 Jan (usually)