LatviaPublished: 19 August 2026 at 05:03

Thunderstorms expected in parts of Latvia on Wednesday

Latvia will see a mix of sunshine and brief rain on Wednesday, with thunderstorms possible in some areas. Air temperatures will reach +17 to +22 degrees.

Wednesday's weather in Latvia will be changeable, with sunny spells alternating with short bursts of rain in many areas and thunderstorms possible in some places, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre.

Wind will be light across most of the country, though it is expected to strengthen to moderate southerly winds in the afternoon. Daytime air temperatures will range from +17 to +22 degrees.

Conditions in Riga

In the capital, weather is expected to shift in the second half of the day, bringing rain and a possibility of thunderstorms. Skies will alternate between sun and clouds, with air temperatures reaching around +20 degrees and light wind prevailing.

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