Riga vs Stockholm

Riga and Stockholm are closely matched in January. 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 -2°C, requiring warmer clothing. Stockholm is cooler at 0°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Riga is the stronger choice in January. Stockholm receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Riga reaches an average high of -2°C (28°F) and drops to -14°C (7°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Stockholm averages 0°C (32°F) for the high and -3°C (27°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Riga receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Stockholm sees 37 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Riga the drier option by 5 rain days and 4 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.