Riga vs Minsk

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 Minsk sees 10 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Riga sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Minsk is cooler at 12°C.

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

Riga reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Minsk averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°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 April.

Riga receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during April. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Minsk sees 46 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Riga the drier option by 5 rain days and 14 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.