Riga vs Helsinki

Riga and Helsinki are closely matched in July. 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. Helsinki is also comfortable at 21°C.

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

Riga reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Helsinki averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 14°C (57°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 July.

Riga receives approximately 71 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Helsinki sees 75 mm over 12 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.