Choosing when to marry in Riga is largely a choice between light and atmosphere. The city is at its easiest for outdoor weddings from late spring into summer, when long Baltic days make portraits, terrace receptions and guest sightseeing far simpler. The trade-off is that the brightest period also overlaps with busier travel months and some of the city’s biggest seasonal celebrations, so the most appealing weather windows can require earlier venue and hotel booking.
This report uses historical weather patterns from 2016 to 2025 as a planning guide, not a promise for any one wedding day. In Riga, that matters because the practical experience also depends on whether you want a Vecrīga courtyard, a riverside setting on the Daugava, or a countryside venue just outside the city, plus how easily guests can fly in and move around during holiday weekends.
June is the highest-ranked month for Riga in this analysis, with 13 average daily sunshine hours and an average daily maximum temperature of 21.84°C. For weddings, that combination is especially workable: long daylight for a late ceremony, enough warmth for outdoor drinks, and less of the heavier midsummer heat some guests struggle with elsewhere in Europe. It is still wise to plan for passing showers, as June also averages 4.33 daily precipitation hours. In Riga, that usually means choosing a venue with both a garden or terrace and a convincing indoor room, rather than relying on a fully open-air schedule.
The strongest historical date in this dataset is 22 June, which combined 14.99 sunshine hours, 3.3 precipitation hours and a maximum temperature of 22.23°C. That is an attractive Riga wedding mix: bright, mild and well suited to an extended celebration in the city’s famously long near-solstice light. The strongest Saturday signals for the planning years are 06 June 2026, 05 June 2027 and 15 July 2028, all showing strong sunshine with comfortable warmth. Even so, these are historical indicators from 2016-2025, not guarantees, so couples should still treat outdoor plans as weather-flexible.
In Riga, date choice should also be checked against the local midsummer period around Jāņi, major summer demand, and hotel pricing for central Old Town stays. Before you commit, confirm not just the venue date but also transport timings, room blocks and whether your ceremony and reception can shift indoors smoothly if Baltic rain arrives on the day.
Keep reading to view the best day to get married, hours of rain per day and average high temperature per day in Riga, Rīga, Latvia for every month in 2026, 2027 and 2028:
Use these practical notes alongside the historical weather patterns when choosing your date and venue.
In Riga, daylight changes the guest experience dramatically across the year. A June wedding can comfortably stretch into a long golden evening, while a November or January celebration needs an earlier ceremony and tighter photo schedule. Build your timeline around usable natural light, not just the clock.
Even the strongest summer months in this report still show meaningful precipitation hours. If you want a garden ceremony, riverside drinks or courtyard dinner, choose a venue where the indoor option feels equally intentional. A last-minute move is much easier when the backup space already suits the design.
Dates around late June can be especially attractive in Riga because of the long light, but they may also overlap with midsummer travel patterns and accommodation pressure. Ask hotels about room blocks early and confirm whether any local holiday staffing or transport changes could affect your plans.
Riga works well for weddings when ceremony, portraits and reception are clustered sensibly. In colder or wetter months, long walks between Old Town sites become far less charming for guests in formalwear. Prioritise short transfers, coat storage and clear pickup points, especially outside summer.
June currently ranks highest in Dropory's historical analysis for Riga, Rīga, Latvia. Use the result alongside venue availability, guest travel and your preferred wedding style.
22 June currently has the strongest historical weather result in this report. Past patterns cannot guarantee future conditions, so keep a suitable indoor or covered option available.
Dropory compares daily sunshine, precipitation and temperature history to rank months, dates and Saturdays, then combines those signals with practical local planning guidance.
In this report, June ranks highest. It combines 13 average daily sunshine hours with an average daily maximum of 21.84°C, which is especially useful for couples who want outdoor elements without planning around extreme heat. It is still sensible to include a rain backup, because June remains changeable.
Not necessarily, but summer does need earlier organisation. June, July and August are attractive because of long daylight and comfortable temperatures, yet that same appeal can tighten venue availability and central hotel supply. If you want a summer Saturday, secure accommodation blocks and guest transport well before final invitations go out.
Yes, but it depends on what you mean by outdoor. May and September are often the most practical shoulder-season choices for some open-air time, while April or October usually work better for brief ceremonies or portraits rather than a fully outdoor day. In colder months, an indoor-first plan is much more reliable.
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Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in January, 2027:
31 January
Top dates with the most sunshine
31 January
- 3.2 median hours of sunny weather
20 January
- 3.2 median hours of sunny weather
19 January
- 2.9 median hours of sunny weather
06 January
- 2.8 median hours of sunny weather
16 January
- 2.8 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in January 2027
16 January
- 2.8 median hours of sunny weather
23 January
- 2.4 median hours of sunny weather
30 January
- 1.8 median hours of sunny weather
02 January
- 1.3 median hours of sunny weather
09 January
- 1.3 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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January weddings in Riga are for couples who want candlelight, snow-season atmosphere and a genuinely wintry city backdrop rather than outdoor time. Historical averages sit at 1.84 sunshine hours, 5.88 precipitation hours and a daily maximum of 0.16°C, so daylight is short and conditions can feel icy, wet or slushy instead of storybook crisp. That makes indoor venues in the centre especially practical, with guest transfers kept short. Around the New Year period and Orthodox Christmas season, some visitors may combine the trip with winter travel plans, but do not expect easy terrace use. Prioritise cloakroom space, warm arrivals and photos planned around the limited afternoon light.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in February, 2027:
25 February
Top dates with the most sunshine
25 February
- 6.5 median hours of sunny weather
26 February
- 6.2 median hours of sunny weather
28 February
- 6 median hours of sunny weather
27 February
- 5.7 median hours of sunny weather
18 February
- 5.6 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in February 2027
27 February
- 5.7 median hours of sunny weather
13 February
- 3.7 median hours of sunny weather
06 February
- 3.1 median hours of sunny weather
20 February
- 2.6 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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February in Riga is still firmly winter, but it is a little brighter than January, with 3.88 average sunshine hours and a daily maximum of 1.44°C. For a wedding, that can mean slightly easier timing for daytime portraits while keeping the same intimate, indoor mood that suits manor houses, hotel ballrooms and historic interiors. Precipitation remains notable at 5.54 hours on average, so footwear, transport and guest comfort still need proper winter planning. If you like the idea of a quieter tourism month with potentially more venue flexibility than summer, February can work well. Build your schedule around daylight rather than a late outdoor drinks reception.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in March, 2027:
28 March
Top dates with the most sunshine
28 March
- 10.6 median hours of sunny weather
24 March
- 10.3 median hours of sunny weather
27 March
- 9.2 median hours of sunny weather
23 March
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
15 March
- 7.7 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in March 2027
27 March
- 9.2 median hours of sunny weather
20 March
- 7.4 median hours of sunny weather
06 March
- 6.5 median hours of sunny weather
13 March
- 5.4 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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March starts to shift Riga out of deep winter, and the extra light is noticeable. The month averages 6.67 sunshine hours, 4.01 precipitation hours and a 5.7°C daily maximum, which can suit couples who want early-spring energy without waiting for peak season. The city is usually easier for guests to navigate than in icy midwinter, but it can still feel raw outdoors, especially near the river. This is a good month for a ceremony in town followed by an indoor dinner, with only short outdoor portrait sessions if conditions cooperate. If you choose March, ask venues when gardens, courtyards and seasonal terraces usually become fully usable.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in April, 2027:
19 April
Top dates with the most sunshine
19 April
- 12.7 median hours of sunny weather
22 April
- 12.4 median hours of sunny weather
30 April
- 12.3 median hours of sunny weather
18 April
- 12.1 median hours of sunny weather
20 April
- 11.8 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in April 2027
10 April
- 10.9 median hours of sunny weather
03 April
- 9.5 median hours of sunny weather
17 April
- 8.9 median hours of sunny weather
24 April
- 7.4 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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April can be a clever compromise in Riga: much longer days than winter, fresher prices than high summer, and enough brightness to make the city’s parks and Art Nouveau streets appealing for photography. Historical averages reach 9.68 sunshine hours, 3.84 precipitation hours and 11.18°C for the daily maximum. That is not reliably warm, but it is often comfortable for short outdoor stretches with coats or wraps. Easter travel and spring city breaks can affect central accommodation, so guests should book early if you are using Old Town hotels. For planning, treat April as an indoor-led wedding with opportunistic outdoor moments rather than the other way round.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in May, 2027:
22 May
Top dates with the most sunshine
22 May
- 14 median hours of sunny weather
09 May
- 14 median hours of sunny weather
29 May
- 13.9 median hours of sunny weather
23 May
- 13.9 median hours of sunny weather
30 May
- 13.6 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in May 2027
22 May
- 14 median hours of sunny weather
29 May
- 13.9 median hours of sunny weather
08 May
- 13 median hours of sunny weather
01 May
- 10.5 median hours of sunny weather
15 May
- 10.3 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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May is one of Riga’s strongest wedding months if you want spring beauty without the fullest summer demand. The month averages 12.12 sunshine hours and a pleasant 16.94°C daily maximum, while precipitation hours ease to 3.43 on average. In practice, that gives you long enough evenings for a relaxed schedule and a decent chance to use gardens, courtyards or riverside photo locations without midsummer crowds. The city is greener, and guest sightseeing is far easier than in winter. Public holidays in early May can alter travel patterns, though, so hotel blocks are still worth securing ahead. Choose a venue that can pivot quickly if a cool Baltic breeze arrives.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in June, 2027:
22 June
Top dates with the most sunshine
22 June
- 15 median hours of sunny weather
23 June
- 14.7 median hours of sunny weather
06 June
- 14.6 median hours of sunny weather
05 June
- 14.6 median hours of sunny weather
02 June
- 14.5 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in June 2027
05 June
- 14.6 median hours of sunny weather
26 June
- 14 median hours of sunny weather
19 June
- 13.1 median hours of sunny weather
12 June
- 11.5 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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June is the standout month for a wedding in Riga, especially if daylight matters to you. Historical averages show 13 sunshine hours per day and a maximum of 21.84°C, which supports outdoor ceremonies, al fresco cocktail hours and late-evening portraits without rushing the timeline. Near the solstice, the city feels lively and extended daylight changes the rhythm of the whole celebration. The main caution is that precipitation still averages 4.33 hours, so a rain plan remains essential. June can also become busy around the midsummer period, when travel, staffing and accommodation may need earlier confirmation. If June is your target, book central guest rooms and transport sooner rather than later.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in July, 2027:
20 July
Top dates with the most sunshine
20 July
- 14.6 median hours of sunny weather
07 July
- 14.4 median hours of sunny weather
19 July
- 14.2 median hours of sunny weather
09 July
- 13.9 median hours of sunny weather
15 July
- 13.9 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in July 2027
24 July
- 12.9 median hours of sunny weather
03 July
- 12.4 median hours of sunny weather
17 July
- 12 median hours of sunny weather
10 July
- 11.7 median hours of sunny weather
31 July
- 9.8 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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July brings classic summer conditions to Riga, with 12.46 average sunshine hours and the warmest monthly maximum in this report at 22.68°C. If you want an outdoor-focused wedding, this is one of the easiest times to make it feel natural rather than ambitious. The catch is that July also carries 5.32 average precipitation hours, so warmth does not remove the risk of showers. It is also a popular travel month, meaning flights, hotels and weekend venue availability can tighten quickly, especially for guests wanting to stay in Vecrīga. A smart July plan includes shaded outdoor areas, water for guests and a reception space that still feels festive if dinner moves inside.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in August, 2027:
05 August
Top dates with the most sunshine
05 August
- 12.7 median hours of sunny weather
15 August
- 12.6 median hours of sunny weather
07 August
- 12.6 median hours of sunny weather
12 August
- 12.5 median hours of sunny weather
09 August
- 12.1 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in August 2027
07 August
- 12.6 median hours of sunny weather
14 August
- 11.7 median hours of sunny weather
28 August
- 10.5 median hours of sunny weather
21 August
- 10.3 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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10.6 h
4.8 h
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74 °F
10.5 h
5.2 h
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75 °F
11.3 h
6.1 h
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74 °F
10.9 h
4 h
21
70 °F
10.3 h
7.2 h
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69 °F
9.4 h
7 h
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71 °F
11.3 h
5.9 h
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69 °F
10.4 h
4.9 h
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67 °F
7.9 h
6.6 h
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70 °F
8.5 h
7.3 h
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70 °F
9.5 h
3.9 h
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70 °F
10.5 h
3.8 h
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70 °F
9.9 h
4.9 h
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71 °F
9.5 h
5.4 h
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70 °F
8 h
6.6 h
August in Riga still feels summery, but it is a slightly different proposition from June or early July. Average sunshine drops to 10.76 hours, while the daily maximum remains warm at 22.08°C. Rain risk stays present too, with 5.21 precipitation hours on average, so outdoor receptions need proper cover rather than a token backup. For many couples, the appeal is a mature late-summer atmosphere: good produce, green surroundings and comfortable temperatures for dancing later into the evening. It can also coincide with holiday travel habits, so guest attendance needs checking early. If you marry in August, confirm sunset timing and plan portraits before the evening light fades faster than in June.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in September, 2027:
06 September
Top dates with the most sunshine
06 September
- 11.3 median hours of sunny weather
10 September
- 10.5 median hours of sunny weather
24 September
- 9.8 median hours of sunny weather
04 September
- 9.8 median hours of sunny weather
01 September
- 9.7 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in September 2027
04 September
- 9.8 median hours of sunny weather
18 September
- 9.5 median hours of sunny weather
25 September
- 9.4 median hours of sunny weather
11 September
- 9.2 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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67 °F
9.7 h
5.4 h
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65 °F
9 h
6.9 h
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66 °F
8.4 h
5.5 h
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67 °F
9.8 h
6.2 h
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68 °F
9.6 h
4.1 h
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68 °F
11.3 h
1.3 h
07
67 °F
9.2 h
1.7 h
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69 °F
9.1 h
2.3 h
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70 °F
9.5 h
2.7 h
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71 °F
10.5 h
2.5 h
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69 °F
9.2 h
2.3 h
12
68 °F
7.1 h
5.9 h
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65 °F
7.8 h
6.3 h
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65 °F
8.5 h
7.6 h
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64 °F
7.6 h
6.6 h
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64 °F
9.2 h
3.3 h
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63 °F
7.1 h
6.7 h
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62 °F
9.5 h
4.1 h
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63 °F
8.3 h
5.4 h
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61 °F
9.5 h
5.2 h
21
64 °F
7 h
3.8 h
22
64 °F
8.5 h
3.1 h
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62 °F
7.5 h
3.6 h
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61 °F
9.8 h
3.5 h
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60 °F
9.4 h
5.4 h
26
62 °F
8.6 h
1.8 h
27
63 °F
8.9 h
1 h
28
60 °F
6.9 h
6 h
29
59 °F
6.9 h
4.8 h
30
58 °F
8.2 h
3.9 h
September is one of Riga’s most balanced shoulder-season options. The month averages 8.72 sunshine hours, 4.3 precipitation hours and a daily maximum of 18.07°C, which is often comfortable for a ceremony outdoors while avoiding peak-summer heat and some of the busiest holiday traffic. The city’s architecture and parks can look especially elegant in early autumn light, and guests may find the atmosphere calmer than midsummer. Even so, evenings cool noticeably, so late-night outdoor dining can become less practical. September works best for couples who want a refined city wedding with some outdoor time but an indoor reception. Ask venues about heating for terraces or enclosed courtyards.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in October, 2027:
19 October
Top dates with the most sunshine
19 October
- 8.1 median hours of sunny weather
01 October
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
07 October
- 7 median hours of sunny weather
04 October
- 6.7 median hours of sunny weather
13 October
- 6.6 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in October 2027
09 October
- 6.3 median hours of sunny weather
16 October
- 6.3 median hours of sunny weather
02 October
- 6.1 median hours of sunny weather
30 October
- 5.1 median hours of sunny weather
23 October
- 3.4 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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57 °F
8 h
2.2 h
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56 °F
6.1 h
3.5 h
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56 °F
4 h
6.9 h
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56 °F
6.7 h
6.4 h
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55 °F
4.6 h
5.8 h
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56 °F
6.3 h
5.5 h
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56 °F
7 h
7.4 h
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53 °F
6.4 h
6.8 h
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54 °F
6.3 h
5 h
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5.5 h
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6 h
3.8 h
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6.6 h
4.2 h
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5.8 h
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7.1 h
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52 °F
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49 °F
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2 h
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50 °F
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49 °F
4.2 h
3.7 h
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3.8 h
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49 °F
3.4 h
7.8 h
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48 °F
3.6 h
6.2 h
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49 °F
3.1 h
5.3 h
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49 °F
2.7 h
9.7 h
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50 °F
3 h
8.2 h
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48 °F
3.2 h
7.6 h
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47 °F
5.1 h
8.6 h
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48 °F
5.1 h
6.2 h
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50 °F
4.7 h
6.2 h
October in Riga suits couples drawn to autumn colour, candlelit interiors and a more intimate rhythm. Historical figures fall to 5.17 sunshine hours, with 5.79 precipitation hours and an 11.2°C daily maximum, so the month is less about open-air celebration and more about atmosphere. Outdoor portraits can still be beautiful, particularly in parks and along quieter streets, but you need flexibility and a short weather window. As temperatures drop, guest comfort between ceremony and reception matters more, especially if events are split across locations. The practical move is to keep everything close together, choose an indoor-first venue and review rain-friendly transport rather than relying on walking through the centre.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in November, 2027:
22 November
Top dates with the most sunshine
22 November
- 3.9 median hours of sunny weather
08 November
- 3.6 median hours of sunny weather
09 November
- 3.2 median hours of sunny weather
23 November
- 3 median hours of sunny weather
19 November
- 2.9 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in November 2027
20 November
- 2.7 median hours of sunny weather
06 November
- 2.7 median hours of sunny weather
27 November
- 2.3 median hours of sunny weather
13 November
- 0.7 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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49 °F
2.5 h
4.6 h
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49 °F
2.1 h
8.7 h
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2.8 h
7.8 h
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8 h
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2.6 h
5.5 h
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47 °F
2.7 h
5.7 h
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5 h
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45 °F
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1.6 h
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0.7 h
7.3 h
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1.8 h
4.2 h
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1.5 h
5.7 h
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41 °F
2.7 h
2.2 h
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42 °F
1.2 h
4.1 h
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42 °F
2.4 h
5.1 h
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41 °F
2.9 h
5 h
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39 °F
2.7 h
6.6 h
21
37 °F
2.1 h
5 h
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36 °F
3.9 h
1.6 h
23
37 °F
3 h
4.8 h
24
37 °F
2.9 h
7.1 h
25
37 °F
1.6 h
4.7 h
26
37 °F
1.3 h
7 h
27
35 °F
2.3 h
7.4 h
28
34 °F
1.2 h
6.6 h
29
34 °F
2.1 h
4.7 h
30
33 °F
1.6 h
10.8 h
November is one of the harder months for a wedding in Riga if natural light is a priority. It averages just 2.22 sunshine hours, alongside 5.45 precipitation hours and a daily maximum of 5.37°C. That combination creates a moody, elegant setting for couples who love late-autumn interiors, but it limits outdoor plans sharply. By this point, daylight fades early and streets can feel damp and chilly, so guest schedules should be streamlined. The upside is that venues may have more flexibility outside the festive rush of December. For a November celebration, invest in lighting, florals and music to create atmosphere indoors, and keep photography plans realistic about the short daylight window.
Riga, Rīga, Latvia
Top date in December, 2027:
27 December
Top dates with the most sunshine
27 December
- 2.5 median hours of sunny weather
01 December
- 2.3 median hours of sunny weather
09 December
- 2.2 median hours of sunny weather
02 December
- 2.1 median hours of sunny weather
30 December
- 2.1 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in December 2027
04 December
- 1.2 median hours of sunny weather
11 December
- 1 median hours of sunny weather
18 December
- 1 median hours of sunny weather
25 December
- 1 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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33 °F
2.3 h
7.1 h
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32 °F
2.1 h
4.7 h
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32 °F
1.7 h
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1.2 h
7.8 h
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34 °F
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33 °F
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38 °F
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37 °F
0.4 h
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36 °F
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8.1 h
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38 °F
1.1 h
6.6 h
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36 °F
1.4 h
9.1 h
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36 °F
1 h
6.3 h
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38 °F
1.6 h
6.8 h
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37 °F
2.5 h
3.8 h
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37 °F
1.3 h
4.1 h
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37 °F
0.9 h
6.6 h
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39 °F
2.1 h
6.1 h
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38 °F
1 h
5.2 h
December in Riga can be magical if you want a festive city wedding built around lights, warmth and winter ambience rather than weather ease. Historical averages are 1.36 sunshine hours, 5.68 precipitation hours and a 1.98°C daily maximum, so most couples should plan almost entirely indoors. The city’s Christmas market season and seasonal decorations can add real charm for guests, but they may also mean busier central areas and stronger hotel demand on certain weekends. Travel disruption is also more plausible at this time of year. If December is your month, book accommodation early, shorten outdoor movements and choose a venue that feels inviting from the moment guests step in from the cold.