December 26 is generally a great time to visit Riga. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 1°C weather. Riga is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing. Note: December 26 is St. Stephen's Day in Riga, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Riga
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Latvian
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.673
Riga Weather Forecast for December 26
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 0.8°C. 23% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Riga in December
Based on historical data for December 26, Riga typically experiences temperatures between -2.9°C and 0.8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Riga
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
0.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-2.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-4.9°C
🥶 Wind chill effect
Snow Chance
23%
Avg 1.3mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.7 cm
~23% chance
Pressure
1009.7 hPa
High volatility
Riga Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-1.1°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
St. Stephen's Day
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~217
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Riga
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
09:02
☀️ Noon
12:25
🌇 Sunset
15:47
⏱️ Daylight
6h 44m
Wind Speed
25.5 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
1.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
87%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Riga
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Low pressure & humidity may aggravate joints.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Riga on December 26 averages 0.8°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 11/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Riga Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 19
1.4°C • 27% rain
Score
15
December 20
1.3°C • 25% rain
Score
15
December 28
1.1°C • 22% rain
Score
15
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Riga Worth Visiting on December 26?
Planning a trip to Riga on December 26? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 0.8°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with St. Stephen's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 217 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Latvia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 2.6°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 7.9°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -7.1°C in 2021.