Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Riga, Latvia, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 11°C (52°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (73°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (36°F). Typically, the humidity level in Riga throughout May hovers around 72%.
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In May, Riga averages 53 mm (2.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 16 hours 30 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 14 hours 19 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 35% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Riga reaches a maximum of 6, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||