Helsinki vs Riga

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Riga edges ahead as the better destination in December. Riga offers 2 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Helsinki sees 1 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Helsinki is on the cooler side at 0°C, requiring warmer clothing. Riga is cooler at 1°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in December. Riga receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Helsinki reaches an average high of 0°C (32°F) and drops to -3°C (27°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 3°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Riga averages 1°C (34°F) for the high and -3°C (27°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Helsinki receives approximately 57 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Riga sees 49 mm over 12 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.