On February 15, Latvia recorded some of its coldest temperatures, with the mercury dropping to -28 degrees Celsius in places like Liepāja and Rucava. The data from the Latvian Environment, Geology, and Meteorology Centre (LVĢMC) indicated that records for minimum temperatures were broken, specifically in these two observation stations where temperatures reached -23.7 and -24.1 degrees Celsius respectively. Furthermore, Liepāja Airport reported a chilling temperature of -26 degrees, showcasing the extent of the cold snap across the country.

Prior cold records were also noted, with the overall record for the country on February 15 dating back to 1979 when temperatures plunged to -32.3 degrees Celsius in Zosēni. On that morning at 7 AM, the temperatures varied significantly across the Latvian landscape, ranging from -14.5 degrees Celsius at the Liepāja port to harsher conditions of -25.2 degrees in Staļģene and -26.6 degrees in Zosēni. Notably, even the capital, Riga, also experienced severe cold temperatures dropping to -18 degrees, particularly in the city center, and even lower at the airport.

As the night approached, predictions suggested that cloud cover would protect some areas from the severe frost, especially in western and southern Latvia, while forecasted clear skies in certain regions might lead to even colder conditions. The cold wave is a reminder of the harsh winter conditions that can occur in Latvia, particularly in mid-February, which often sees similar temperature extremes, affecting daily life and transportation.