Riga vs Minsk

Riga and Minsk are closely matched in March. 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 is on the cooler side at 4°C, requiring warmer clothing. Minsk is cooler at 3°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in March.

Riga reaches an average high of 4°C (39°F) and drops to -3°C (27°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Minsk averages 3°C (37°F) for the high and -4°C (25°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°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 March.

Riga receives approximately 39 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Minsk sees 40 mm over 10 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.