Helsinki vs Riga

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Riga edges ahead as the better destination in April. Riga offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Helsinki sees 10 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.

Helsinki is on the cooler side at 7°C, requiring warmer clothing. Riga is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Riga is the stronger choice in April. Helsinki receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Helsinki reaches an average high of 7°C (45°F) and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Riga averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 10°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.

Helsinki receives approximately 37 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Riga sees 60 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Riga the drier option by 4 rain days and 23 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.