Daugavpils hourly weather forecast
Hourly weather forecast for Daugavpils. ℃ Average temperatures % Humidity, precipitation ️ Sunrise and sunset ️ Wind direction and speed
Climate Characteristics of Daugavpils
General Overview
Daugavpils is located far from the Baltic Sea, near the borders of Lithuania and Belarus. Due to its inland position, its climate is the most continental in Latvia. While coastal cities enjoy the sea's moderating effect, Daugavpils experiences warmer summers and significantly colder, snowier winters. This is where the country's lowest temperatures are typically recorded.
Temperatures and Daily Variations
In summer, daytime temperatures average between 23°C and 26°C (73-79°F), and on some days, they can exceed 30°C (86°F). In winter, the cold is dry and intense; the average daytime temperature is around -3°C (27°F), but at night it easily drops to -12°C (10°F) and even -20°C (-4°F) or lower during cold snaps.
Precipitation Seasons (June-August and December)
Peak rainfall occurs in the summer, often as strong afternoon thunderstorms triggered by the continental heat. Winter in Daugavpils is a true "white winter"—snow piles up high and stays on the ground for months, creating a spectacular frozen landscape but requiring preparation for the cold.
Dry and Comfortable Seasons (May and September)
Late spring (May) and early autumn (September) are the most pleasant months for visiting. May is characterized by rapid blooming after the snow melts, and September offers crisp, clear days with vibrant autumn colors in the forests surrounding the city and the Daugava River.
Weather in Daugavpils by Month
January The coldest month. -4°C (25°F) daytime and -11°C (12°F) at night. Heavy snow covers the city and the river is usually frozen.
February Freezing and snowy (-3°C/27°F daytime). Very bright but extremely cold days due to eastern winds.
March End of winter. 3°C (37°F) daytime. Snow begins to melt toward the end of the month and the air remains cold.
April Rapid awakening. 11°C (52°F) daytime. Fields turn green and temperatures rise quickly.
May Warm and pleasant spring. 18°C (64°F) daytime. Clear skies and long, sunny days.
June Start of summer. 22°C (72°F) daytime. Warm weather with occasional evening thunderstorms.
July The warmest month. 25°C (77°F) daytime and 13°C (55°F) at night. Warm days that sometimes feel tropical.
August Warm and humid (24°C/75°F daytime). Nights begin to cool but days are still suitable for outdoor activities.
September Golden autumn. 17°C (63°F) daytime. Clear, dry air, bright days, and very cool nights.
October Rapid cooling. 10°C (50°F) daytime. Days shorten and fall foliage is at its peak.
November Grey and freezing. 2°C (36°F) daytime. High chance of first snow and heavy fogs over the river.
December Continental winter. -2°C (28°F) daytime and -7°C (19°F) at night. The city enters a deep freeze ahead of Christmas.