Riga vs Minsk

Riga and Minsk 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.

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

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Minsk is the stronger choice in August. Riga receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Riga 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.

Minsk averages 22°C (72°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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 August.

Riga receives approximately 80 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Minsk sees 70 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Minsk the drier option by 2 rain days and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.