Climate Insights for Liepaja

Vecliepāja, Latvia

Hottest
August
20°C peak69°F peak
Coldest
January
-1°C low30°F low
Wettest
October
91 mm rain3.6 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Liepaja is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 759 mm of precipitation falls per year. Liepaja receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Liepaja is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 69cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Liepaja is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 29.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Liepaja receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Liepaja is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 30°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 27in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°-5°0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 2°Average: 1°Min: -1°FebMax: 2°Average: 1°Min: -1°MarMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 0°AprMax: 9°Average: 6°Min: 3°MayMax: 14°Average: 11°Min: 8°JunMax: 19°Average: 16°Min: 13°JulMax: 20°Average: 18°Min: 15°AugMax: 20°Average: 18°Min: 16°SepMax: 17°Average: 15°Min: 12°OctMax: 12°Average: 10°Min: 8°NovMax: 7°Average: 5°Min: 4°DecMax: 4°Average: 2°Min: 1°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 36°FAverage: 33°FMin: 30°FFebMax: 36°FAverage: 34°FMin: 30°FMarMax: 40°FAverage: 37°FMin: 33°FAprMax: 48°FAverage: 43°FMin: 38°FMayMax: 57°FAverage: 52°FMin: 46°FJunMax: 65°FAverage: 61°FMin: 55°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 65°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 65°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 59°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 53°FAverage: 50°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 44°FAverage: 42°FMin: 39°FDecMax: 39°FAverage: 36°FMin: 34°F
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Temperatures in Liepaja vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Liepaja vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 30°F and the daily average is 33°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 70mmSnow: 25mmFebPrecipitation: 52mmSnow: 12mmMarPrecipitation: 38mmSnow: 8mmAprPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 4mmMayPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 91mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 6mmDecPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 14mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 10inFebPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 5inMarPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 3inAprPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 6in
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Liepaja is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 759 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 91 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 34 mm. That's 58 mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 69cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 25cm.Liepaja is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 3.6 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 1.3 in. That's 2.3 in less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 27in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 10in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 23km/hFebWind Speed: 21km/hMarWind Speed: 19km/hAprWind Speed: 19km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 16km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 19km/hOctWind Speed: 22km/hNovWind Speed: 21km/hDecWind Speed: 23km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 12mphOctWind Speed: 14mphNovWind Speed: 13mphDecWind Speed: 14mph
Wind Speed

Liepaja is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 22km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.Liepaja is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan1°33°F
Feb1°34°F
Mar3°37°F
Apr6°43°F
May11°52°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug18°65°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov5°42°F
Dec2°36°F

The best time to visit Liepaja is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -1°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Liepaja is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 30°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Liepaja based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Liepaja based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-1 °C30 °F
2 °C36 °F
23 km/h14 mph
70 mm2.8 in
25 cm10 in
Feb
-1 °C30 °F
2 °C36 °F
21 km/h13 mph
52 mm2 in
12 cm5 in
Mar
0 °C33 °F
5 °C40 °F
19 km/h12 mph
38 mm1.5 in
8 cm3 in
Apr
3 °C38 °F
9 °C48 °F
19 km/h11 mph
34 mm1.3 in
4 cm1 in
May
8 °C46 °F
14 °C57 °F
16 km/h10 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
13 °C55 °F
19 °C65 °F
16 km/h10 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C60 °F
20 °C68 °F
16 km/h10 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C60 °F
20 °C69 °F
16 km/h10 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
17 °C63 °F
19 km/h12 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
12 °C53 °F
22 km/h14 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
4 °C39 °F
7 °C44 °F
21 km/h13 mph
69 mm2.7 in
6 cm2 in
Dec
1 °C34 °F
4 °C39 °F
23 km/h14 mph
68 mm2.7 in
14 cm6 in