What is the current water temperature in Riga?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Riga?

As of now, in Riga, the water temperature is 19.17°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Riga

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Riga. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

66.5

°F

August 8, 22:21

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

66.8°F

Tomorrow:

66.8°F

Sunrise:

05:36

Sunset:

21:22

Day Length:

15 h. 46 min.

Riga in August

Minimum:

34.3°F

Average:

36.3°F

Maximum:

39.2°F

Sea water temperature in Riga today

As of now, in Riga, the water temperature is 66.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.9°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 72.1°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 64.4°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 66.0°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 66.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Riga

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 25	68.2°F	69.5°F	67.5°F
Jul 26	70.7°F	69.9°F	67.8°F
Jul 27	71.5°F	70.4°F	67.7°F
Jul 28	72.0°F	70.5°F	68.3°F
Jul 29	71.5°F	69.9°F	68.3°F
Jul 30	71.9°F	69.3°F	68.6°F
Jul 31	73.0°F	69.7°F	69.0°F
Aug 1	72.3°F	68.9°F	68.5°F
Aug 2	69.0°F	67.8°F	67.7°F
Aug 3	67.4°F	69.5°F	67.5°F
Aug 4	69.3°F	68.5°F	67.4°F
Aug 5	68.3°F	70.2°F	67.9°F
Aug 6	66.9°F	69.1°F	67.6°F
Aug 7	66.8°F	69.6°F	67.8°F
Aug 8	66.5°F	68.7°F	67.4°F
Aug 9	66.8°F	70.0°F	67.7°F
Aug 10	66.3°F	69.4°F	67.1°F
Aug 11	66.2°F	69.3°F	67.0°F
Aug 12	65.9°F	69.1°F	66.8°F
Aug 13	65.8°F	69.0°F	66.7°F
Aug 14	65.6°F	68.8°F	66.5°F
Aug 15	65.4°F	68.5°F	66.2°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Riga by month

In an average year, Riga offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Riga was recorded on July 17, 2021, reaching a 74.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 19, 2017, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 36.0°F in Winter, 41.1°F in Spring, 64.4°F in Summer, and 53.5°F in Autumn.