Latvia Riga Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Riga is moderate
October is moderate for Riga.
October is when Riga leans into its autumn-poetic mood — foliage peaks in Mežaparks + Bastejkalns canal mid-month, Riga Restaurant Week (early October — over 50 participating restaurants offering 3-course menus at €25, the city's second annual food-value event after the February edition) is the year's second-best food deal, and the city's atmospheric autumn looks (rain-slick cobblestones, dim Old Town windows lit warm) hit their peak. The atmospheric trade-off is real weather decline: rain 12 days, daylight drops to 9.5 hours by month-end, and the clocks falling back (last Sunday) makes sunset 16:45 feel like 17:45 felt yesterday.
Travel score
Riga Restaurant Week + foliage peak + autumn-poetic mood
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 50°F / 10°C highs and 41°F / 5°C lows with 75mm precipitation over 12 wet days. Humidity 84% (climbing). Sunshine 3h daily. Daylight drops dramatically — 9.5h by month-end (sunrise 07:30, sunset 18:00). Clocks fall back on the last Sunday, cutting an hour of evening daylight. Foliage in Mežaparks + Bastejkalns canal peaks around mid-month. Sea-temp 11°C — swimming over for the year.
October Travel Advice
Riga Restaurant Week early October — 50+ restaurants offer 3-course menus at €25 including the 1-Michelin-Selected restaurants. Tickets/reservations at restaurantweek.lv. Foliage peak around October 15 at Mežaparks + along the Bastejkalns canal in Old Town. Waterproof shoes + compact umbrella mandatory.
October Pricing Trends
Shoulder pricing: Grand Palace $210-350/night, mid-range 4-star $105-180. Flights from major hubs $300-700. Restaurant Week minimal hotel premium.
Riga October Weather Stats
Avg High
10°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
12
75mm total
Sunshine
3h
Daily avg
Humidity
84%
humid
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 38
Sea Temp
11°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
9°C
Nighttime
4°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 38 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Riga Restaurant Week early October — €25 3-course at top restaurants
- Mežaparks + Bastejkalns canal foliage peak mid-month
- Crowds dropping further
- Cheaper than summer (25-30% off)
- Indoor museum + 1-Michelin Selected season starts
- Halloween at Old Town bars (Oct 31)
Cons
- 10/5°C — cool to cold
- Rain 12 days/month
- Daylight drops to 9.5h (sunrise 07:30, sunset 18:00)
- Daylight saving cuts an hour late month
- Sea-temp 11°C swimming over
- Outdoor sightseeing weather-dependent
October Events & Festivals
- Riga Restaurant Week (early October — 50+ restaurants 3-course menus €25)
- Mežaparks foliage peak mid-month
- Halloween at Old Town bars (October 31)
- Daylight saving ends (clocks back, last Sunday)
Riga in October — Full Picture
October is when Riga leans into its autumn-poetic mood — foliage peaks in Mežaparks + Bastejkalns canal mid-month, Riga Restaurant Week (early October — over 50 participating restaurants offering 3-course menus at €25, the city's second annual food-value event after the February edition) is the year's second-best food deal, and the city's atmospheric autumn looks (rain-slick cobblestones, dim Old Town windows lit warm) hit their peak. The atmospheric trade-off is real weather decline: rain 12 days, daylight drops to 9.5 hours by month-end, and the clocks falling back (last Sunday) makes sunset 16:45 feel like 17:45 felt yesterday.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mid-autumn — light wool coat or padded jacket, knit sweater + tee under, scarf, waterproof shoes (rain 12 days). Umbrella + compact gloves for chilly mornings. Cardigan layer indoors for café temperature shifts.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
10°C
2.3°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
21°C
13°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current10°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 October a good time to visit Riga?
Riga in October is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Riga in October?
Riga October averages a high of 10°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Riga in October?
Riga October averages 75mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Riga in October?
Mid-autumn — light wool coat or padded jacket, knit sweater + tee under, scarf, waterproof shoes (rain 12 days). Umbrella + compact gloves for chilly mornings. Cardigan layer indoors for café temperature shifts.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Riga in October?
Riga October sunrise is 07:30 and sunset is 18:00, with 10h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Riga in October?
Riga October air quality (AQI) averages 46, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Riga in October?
In October, Riga is great for Riga Restaurant Week early October (€25 3-course), Mežaparks + Bastejkalns canal foliage walk, Latvian National Museum of Art + KGB Museum.
Is October peak season in Riga?
Riga October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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