Latvia Riga Weather in June — Climate Guide
June in Riga is high
June is high for Riga.
June brings Riga's longest daylight — sunrise 04:35, sunset 22:25, twilight until midnight. The cultural pinnacle is Midsummer Eve / Jāņi (June 23-24): bonfires across Latvia, oak-leaf wreath crowns for men + flower wreaths for women, overnight celebrations with beer + cheese + cumin-spiced caraway-seed beer cheese (jāņu siers), and traditional songs. Riga itself empties as locals head to country cottages for Jāņi — book around it or plan for the quieter city. Riga Opera Festival runs mid-June.
Travel score
White nights + Midsummer / Jāņi (June 23-24) — most-Latvian week of the year
June Weather at a Glance
June averages 68°F / 20°C highs and 54°F / 12°C lows with 60mm precipitation over 10 wet days. Humidity 70%. Sunshine 10h. Daylight peaks at 18h around the solstice — sunrise 04:35, sunset 22:25. Twilight extends past midnight late June. Sea-temp 15°C makes Jūrmala swimming possible but cold-shock real. Mosquitoes emerge especially in Mežaparks and around Jūrmala. The Baltic coast is at its photogenic best.
June Travel Advice
Jāņi (June 23-24) — book hotel 8-10 weeks ahead OR plan to be at a country celebration (the rural Latvian experience is the canonical version; central Riga empties out). Many restaurants close June 23-25. Bring oak leaves or buy them at the markets if invited to a Jāņi celebration. Sleep mask essential for white nights. Mosquito repellent for Mežaparks and Jūrmala evening walks.
June Pricing Trends
Year's near-peak: Grand Palace $300-460/night, mid-range 4-star $150-250. Jāņi adds $50-200/night premium. Flights from major hubs $500-1,000.
Riga June Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
12°C
Rainy Days
10
60mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
15°C
swimming possible
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
June Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
13 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
20°C
Nighttime
12°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for June
June Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Daylight 18 hours — peak white nights
- 20/12°C ideal summer weather
- Midsummer / Jāņi (June 23-24) cultural pinnacle
- Jūrmala beach swimming begins (sea 15°C)
- Riga Opera Festival mid-June (open-air performances)
- All attractions on full summer schedules
Cons
- Hotels 30%+ above May
- Jāņi (June 23-24): central Riga empties (locals head to country)
- Many restaurants close Jāņi week (Wed-Sun)
- Tourist crowds peak at Old Town + Alberta iela
- White nights make sleep difficult without blackout
June Events & Festivals
- Midsummer Eve / Jāņi (June 23-24) — Latvia's biggest folk holiday
- Riga Opera Festival (mid-June)
- Jūrmala beach season opens in earnest
- Skanstes mile festival (early June)
Riga in June — Full Picture
June brings Riga's longest daylight — sunrise 04:35, sunset 22:25, twilight until midnight. The cultural pinnacle is Midsummer Eve / Jāņi (June 23-24): bonfires across Latvia, oak-leaf wreath crowns for men + flower wreaths for women, overnight celebrations with beer + cheese + cumin-spiced caraway-seed beer cheese (jāņu siers), and traditional songs. Riga itself empties as locals head to country cottages for Jāņi — book around it or plan for the quieter city. Riga Opera Festival runs mid-June.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Early summer — tee + light pants/shorts, lightweight cardigan for evenings. Sunglasses + SPF 30. Comfortable walking shoes for long daylight days. Pack a sleep mask — late-June white nights make hotel curtains insufficient. Sun hat for Jūrmala.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
10°C
2.3°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current21°C
13°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
10°C
4.7°C
12.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
-0.3°C
-5.7°C
10.7/mo
Riga Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1° | -7° | 11d·45mm | 1h | 87% | 0 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -1° | -7° | 9d·35mm | 2h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -3° | 10d·35mm | 4h | 78% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 10° | 2° | 9d·40mm | 6h | 72% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 16° | 8° | 9d·45mm | 9h | 68% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 20° | 12° | 10d·60mm | 10h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 22° | 14° | 11d·75mm | 10h | 73% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 21° | 13° | 11d·80mm | 9h | 76% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| 16° | 9° | 12d·70mm | 6h | 80% | 3 | Busy | Peak | |
| 10° | 5° | 12d·75mm | 3h | 84% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 4° | 0° | 13d·65mm | 1h | 88% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 1° | -3° | 12d·50mm | 1h | 89% | 0 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is June a good time to visit Riga?
Riga in June is high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Riga in June?
Riga June averages a high of 20°C and a low of 12°C.
Does it rain much in Riga in June?
Riga June averages 60mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Riga in June?
Early summer — tee + light pants/shorts, lightweight cardigan for evenings. Sunglasses + SPF 30. Comfortable walking shoes for long daylight days. Pack a sleep mask — late-June white nights make hotel curtains insufficient. Sun hat for Jūrmala.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Riga in June?
Riga June sunrise is 04:35 and sunset is 22:25, with 17h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Riga in June?
Riga June air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 13μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Riga in June?
In June, Riga is great for Midsummer / Jāņi (June 23-24) bonfires + jāņu siers cheese + traditional songs, Riga Opera Festival mid-June (open-air performances at Mežaparks), Jūrmala beach + Majori + Dzintari forest park.
Is June peak season in Riga?
Riga June crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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