Minsk vs Riga

Minsk and Riga are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Minsk sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Riga is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Riga is the stronger choice in August. Minsk receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Minsk reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

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 5°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 August.

Minsk receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Riga sees 60 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Riga the drier option by 6 rain days and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.