April weather - Spring 2024

Weather in April
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Average pressure in April
Average wind speed in April
Average humidity in April
Average rainfall in April
Average rainfall days in April
Average snowfall in April
Average snowfall days in April
Average sea temperature in April
Average daylight in April
Average sunshine in April
Average sunshine days in April
Average UV index in April
Average cloud cover in April
Average visibility in April

A sunny day in Riga, Latvia, with a view of the river and a clear skyscape

Weather in April

April ushers in the much-awaited spring season in Riga. It brings about a significant change in the weather, as freezing temperatures make way for a milder climate. The influx of spring does not imply that Riga loses its rain showers, but snow gives way to just about 10mm (0.39"). The daylight hours extend, urging residents to venture outdoors and enjoy the increasingly pleasant weather. The city awakens from its winter slumber and transforms, bursting with color and life, as flowers bloom and trees regain their green.

Temperature

April's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from March's cold 2.9°C (37.2°F) to a chilly 9.3°C (48.7°F). Riga's temperature drops to an average low of 2.7°C (36.9°F) during the nights of April.

Humidity

In Riga, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Riga, Latvia. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.7 snowfall days, in April, Riga aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow. In Riga, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.2 days and aggregates up to 327mm (12.87") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Riga, the average seawater temperature in April is 3°C (37.4°F).
Note: Within the context of swimming, this state is extremely cold, dangerous, and can result in death. Hypothermia happens quickly in the absence of protective insulated waterproof clothing.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Riga is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 20:03. On the last day of April, in Riga, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:05 EEST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Riga is 8.1h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Updated: Feb 1, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Riga?

April temperatures in Riga, Latvia, vary between a high-temperature of 9.3°C (48.7°F) and a low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Riga?

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

What is the driest month in Riga?

April is the month with the least rainfall in Riga, Latvia. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Riga in April?

In Riga, Latvia, in April, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Riga?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Riga, Latvia. During 2.7 snowfall days, in April, Riga aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow.

What is the water temperature in April in Riga?

In April, the average sea temperature in Riga, Latvia, is 3°C (37.4°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in April in Riga?

In Riga, the average day length in April is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Riga?

On the first day of April in Riga, Latvia, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 20:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:05 EEST.

How long on average sun shines in April in Riga?

In Riga, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Riga?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

2.9°C 37.2°F

9.3°C 48.7°F

15.4°C 59.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.5km/h 10.3mph

15.3km/h 9.5mph

13.9km/h 8.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

8.5

2.7

0.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.2

16.8

16.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Riga, Latvia

Average high temperature in April: 9.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.3°C).

Average low temperature in April: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.8°C).

Average pressure in April
Riga, Latvia

Average pressure in April: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Riga, Latvia

Average wind speed in April: 14.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in April
Riga, Latvia

Average humidity in April: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Riga, Latvia

Average rainfall in April: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (47mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (19mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Riga, Latvia

Average rainfall days in April: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in April
Riga, Latvia

Average snowfall in April: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (84mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Riga, Latvia

Average snowfall days in April: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Riga, Latvia

Average sea temperature in April: 3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (1°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Riga, Latvia

Average daylight in April: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine in April: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Riga, Latvia

Average sunshine days in April: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Riga, Latvia

Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Riga, Latvia

Average cloud cover in April: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in April
Riga, Latvia

Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).

April weather forecast
Riga, Latvia

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