The best times to visit Baltic Sea for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 23rd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Baltic Sea Travel Info

Weather in Baltic Sea

Temperature

Average temperatures in Baltic Sea vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Baltic Sea, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 74.7°F (23.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.8°F (13.8°C) at night.

Baltic Sea Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Baltic Sea Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Baltic Sea Perceived Temperature (F)

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Baltic Sea Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Baltic Sea Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 28 24.5 19.7
Feb 29.4 24.9 19.5
Mar 38.8 32.5 25.4
Apr 52 43 33.7
May 61.9 52.8 42.2
Jun 66.6 58.3 48.2
Jul 73.3 64.8 55.1
Aug 70.6 62.2 52.9
Sep 62.1 54.5 46.6
Oct 50 43.7 37.3
Nov 41.9 38.7 34.9
Dec 33 30.2 26.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -2.2 -4.2 -6.8
Feb -1.4 -3.9 -6.9
Mar 3.8 0.3 -3.7
Apr 11.1 6.1 0.9
May 16.6 11.6 5.7
Jun 19.2 14.6 9
Jul 22.9 18.2 12.8
Aug 21.4 16.8 11.6
Sep 16.7 12.5 8.1
Oct 10 6.5 2.9
Nov 5.5 3.7 1.6
Dec 0.6 -1 -3.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Baltic Sea are February, March, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January and early February. For example, on the week of January 29th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late November to early December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of November 26th.

When can you find snow in Baltic Sea? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Baltic Sea is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Baltic Sea.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Baltic Sea (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 17% 5.4 1.6
Feb 11% 5.7 0.9
Mar 11% 5.7 1.1
Apr 11% 3.7 0.9
May 17% 0.4 1.8
Jun 20% 0 2.4
Jul 21% 0 3.1
Aug 29% 0 4
Sep 19% 0 2
Oct 19% 1.4 1.9
Nov 25% 1.7 2
Dec 21% 4.4 2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 17 13.7 4.1
Feb 11 14.5 2.3
Mar 11 14.5 2.8
Apr 11 9.4 2.3
May 17 1 4.6
Jun 20 0 6.1
Jul 21 0 7.9
Aug 29 0 10.2
Sep 19 0 5.1
Oct 19 3.6 4.8
Nov 25 4.3 5.1
Dec 21 11.2 5.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Baltic Sea has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (61.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (87.9%).

Wind in Baltic Sea is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by November and March. December’s average wind speed of around 7.6 knots (8.7 MPH or 14 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January and early February where average top sustained speeds reach 11.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Baltic Sea.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.5 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Feb 6.4 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 6.6 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.1 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
May 5.7 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.2 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.9 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.8 Light breeze 7.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.4 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.8 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 6.6 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 7.6 Gentle breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 85.3%
Feb 82.4%
Mar 73%
Apr 61.1%
May 62.3%
Jun 66.4%
Jul 68.7%
Aug 71.7%
Sep 77.9%
Oct 80.4%
Nov 87.9%
Dec 87.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Baltic Sea?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Latvia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 16, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Baltic Sea, Latvia is July, followed by December and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Baltic Sea in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.5 in October means 36.5% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Baltic Sea Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 66.2°F (19°C) and 34.6°F (1.4°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 3 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Baltic Sea, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 65.4°F (18.6°C) and 35°F (1.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 7 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Baltic Sea to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 23.1°F (-4.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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