Riga vs Minsk

Riga and Minsk are closely matched in September. 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 17°C. Minsk is also comfortable at 16°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Minsk is the stronger choice in September. Riga receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Riga reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Minsk averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 9°C (48°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 September.

Riga receives approximately 68 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Minsk sees 56 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Minsk the drier option by 1 rain day and 12 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.