There will also be frost around -25 degrees in some places on Tuesday morning; warning in effect
A warning for severe frost is in effect in most of Latvia, with temperatures dropping to around -25 degrees in some regions.
Latvia is currently under a warning for severe frost, particularly in the southern regions of Latgale, Selija, and Zemgale, where an orange-level alert has been issued. Other areas are under a yellow-level warning as the country prepares for extremely low temperatures. The forecast indicates mostly clear skies, light winds, and possible fog and hoarfrost in certain regions, contributing to the chilly conditions.
The minimum night temperatures are anticipated to range between -22 to -17 degrees Celsius, reaching as low as -26 degrees in some southern parts of the country. Coastal areas and northern Vidzeme are expected to experience slightly milder temperatures, ranging from -16 to -11 degrees. On Tuesday, the weather is forecasted to be predominantly sunny with light winds from the south and southeast, and maximum air temperatures hovering around -10 to -4 degrees Celsius.
In the capital city of Riga, conditions are expected to include mostly clear skies and light winds from the south and southeast. Nighttime temperatures in the city center will be around -18 degrees, while the suburbs may experience drops to -22 degrees. According to government regulations, children under the age of 12 are not required to attend educational institutions if the temperature is below -20 degrees, while students aged 13 and older can skip school if temperatures fall below -25 degrees, highlighting the cold's impact on daily life and education during extreme weather conditions.