Riga in March
The weather in March
In March, Riga averages daytime highs of 5° and night-time lows of -2° — cold weather by day. Expect around 41 mm of precipitation spread over about 12 wet days, with average cloud cover near 48%.
Days are 4.5° warmer than in February on average, and April is warmer again by about 7°. The sea averages 1°, too cold for most swimmers.
March scores 23/100 — poor conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 7th of the twelve months for Riga. For the most comfortable weather, consider May, June and July instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:41 and sets at 18:26 local time, giving 11 h 45 min of daylight. Days lengthen by 146 minutes over the month.
Why 23/100?
How the score for March is builtBeach score this month: 15/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Riga this month
Latvia's best in March
Riga in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Riga?
March scores 23/100 for Riga, which we rate as poor. Average highs are 5°C with 12 wet days.
How warm is Riga in March?
Daytime highs average 5°C and night-time lows -2°C in March.
Does it rain a lot in Riga in March?
Riga receives about 41 mm of precipitation in March, falling on around 12 days.
Can you swim in Riga in March?
The sea averages 1°C in March, cold for most swimmers.