On Tuesday night and morning, Latvia is expected to experience extremely low temperatures ranging from -25 to -30 degrees Celsius, particularly in the eastern regions of the country.
The meteorological forecast for Latvia indicates that temperatures will plummet to between -25 and -30 degrees Celsius in certain areas on Tuesday night, with the most severe cold predicted for the eastern parts of the country. Most regions will see temperatures drop to between -15 and -25 degrees Celsius, while coastal areas may experience slightly higher temperatures. A light breeze will be accompanied by the formation of fog and hoarfrost in some northern and northeastern areas, as reported by meteorologists.
Tuesday is expected to be predominantly sunny, with no precipitation forecasted. A light to moderate easterly and southeast wind will return temperatures to a range of -5 to -11 degrees Celsius during the day. In Riga, the capital, sunny weather is expected without any precipitation. The temperature will drop to around -17 degrees Celsius at night, while it may reach -22 degrees Celsius in some suburban areas. During the day, the wind will be calm to moderate, causing temperatures to rise to approximately -7 degrees Celsius.
According to data from the Latvian Environment, Geology, and Meteorology Centre, the lowest recorded temperature over the weekend was -30.3 degrees Celsius in StaΔΌΔ£ene, and further measurements from Daugavpils on Monday morning indicated similar frigid conditions. These extreme temperatures exemplify the severe winter conditions impacting Latvia, a situation that warrants attention given the potential risks to health and infrastructure in such cold weather. Overall, this cold snap highlights the importance of weather preparedness and safety measures for residents in affected areas.
