Riga weather
Our guide to the weather in Riga during March
We've looked at the most up-to-date weather data for Riga, covering the last 12 years up to 2024, plus we've asked our team of travel bloggers for their first-hand experiences in order to answer the most frequently asked questions about Riga weather in March.
How cold is it in Riga during March?
It's cold in Riga during March. The temperature tops out at around 3℃ during the day, falling away to -2℃ at night. Brrrr! The UV index will be low at this time of year, so not something to worry about. However, if you're going to be outside for long periods it's always a good idea to apply a small amount of sunscreen to exposed skin.
Does it snow in Riga during March?
Yes, snow is pretty likely during March. There's also a good chance that there will be ice and snow on the ground, so pack appropriate footwear and clothing.
Does it rain in Riga during March?
March is typically the driest month in Riga. On average, there will be 7 rainy days during the month, amounting to 45.9mm in total. That's broadly comparable with the amount of rain we see in England during the summer months, and would be considered dry. Of course, some of that rain will actually fall as sleet, snow, and possibly freezing rain. There's a small chance that you'll catch a thunderstorm during your trip.
Is it windy in Riga during March?
You're unlikely to experience any strong winds. Expect a gentle breeze that increases to moderate at times during March. With cold air temperatures at this time of year, any breeze will feel very cold.
Riga Blog posts
From the UK's most popular travel bloggers
18 MUST-DO Things To Do in Riga, Latvia!
18th December 2023 by The Wandering Quinn
I really loved my weekend in Riga because it’s such an interesting and historic city with plenty to do, as well as being really reasonable in price! I spent just a weekend in 2 days and 3 nights in Riga and found this to be the perfect amount of time to spend there to fit in all of the things to do in Riga and the top Riga tourist attractions!...
Where to eat and drink in Riga on a budget- 14 tips
6th June 2023 by Budget Traveller
Compact, highly pedestrian-friendly and a combination of many eye-catching architectural styles, this city is a product of its past, having been governed by the Germans, Swedes and other nations over the course of several centuries....
How to spend three days in Riga
15th February 2021 by Inside the Travel Lab
For this 3 days in Riga itinerary, I'm assuming that you'll probably be arriving on a Friday evening and have to head home on Sunday. For that reason, day one is quite short. It allows you to settle into your hotel, unpack, freshen up, take a wonderful walk through the streets and then enjoy dinner and some great drinks. ...
48 Hours in Riga - Where to eat, sleep & drink
24th July 2019 by Budget Traveller
Compact, very walkable and a mishmash of many striking architectural styles: the result of having been ruled across several centuries by the Germans, Swedish and Russians, Riga is one of those rare few cities that quickly gets under the skin, just by walking its streets and observing its architecture and its complex layers of history.It was one of the first cities I visited as a student back in the early 2000’s when Ryanair launched a direct route from Glasgow and remains a sentimental...
7 things to do in Riga in winter
31st January 2021 by TravMonkey
On the east side of the Daugava River, the old Riga is a UNESCO world heritage site and Riga’s historical centre, famed for its old churches and cathedrals. It’s easy for people visiting Riga to get stuck in the old town, but there’s so much more to Riga. Do spend plenty of time admiring the structurally beautiful Riga Cathedral and St. Peter’s Church, the cobbled Town Hall Square, but remember that the old town is only about 5% of Riga itself....
3 day itinerary in Riga, Latvia - Independence Day
11th February 2021 by TravMonkey
I’ve just returned from a trip to Riga and have created my very own itinerary for Independence Day and the Staro Riga - Festival of Light in Riga, Latvia. My itinerary is based around a two and a half-day trip to the Latvian capital. The aim is to give you some ideas and inspiration if you are planning on visiting during the Independence Day celebrations and Staro Riga....
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