Climate Insights for Ventspils
Climate Overview
The climate in Ventspils is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 848 mm of precipitation falls per year. Ventspils receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ventspils is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 92cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Ventspils is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 33.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Ventspils receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ventspils is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 32°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 36in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Ventspils sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 0°C to 19°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 18°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Ventspils sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 32°F to 67°F. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 67°F with a mean of 65°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 32°F and an average of 34°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ventspils is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 848 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 116 mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 32 mm. That's 84 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 92cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 32cm.Ventspils is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 33.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 1.3 in. That's 3.3 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 36in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 13in.
Wind
Ventspils is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/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 29km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/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 28km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 26km/h in autumn.Ventspils is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 15mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 18mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph 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 18mph in winter, 14mph in spring, 13mph in summer, 16mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ventspils is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 84 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°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 Ventspils is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 32°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 Ventspils 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 Ventspils 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.