Riga vs Minsk

Riga and Minsk are closely matched in May. 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 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Riga is the stronger choice in May. Minsk receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Riga reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Minsk averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 5°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

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

Riga receives approximately 67 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Minsk sees 71 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Riga the drier option by 7 rain days and 4 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.