The forecast from the Latvian Environment, Geological and Meteorological Centre indicates that on Saturday, Latvia will see a slight increase in temperatures, with the day being mostly cloudy. In the evening, light snowfall is expected in Kurzeme, while a gentle to moderate southern and southwestern wind will persist, with gusts reaching up to 16 meters per second along the coast. The air temperature is predicted to rise to between -1 and -4 degrees Celsius.

In the capital city, Riga, the sky will be overcast, with no precipitation anticipated. However, the gentle to moderate wind from the south and southwest will continue throughout the day. The maximum air temperature in Riga is expected to range from -2 to -4 degrees Celsius, indicating a cold day but with slightly more bearable temperatures compared to previous days.

This weather update is particularly relevant as it marks changes in the seasonal climate, with Latvians beginning to experience the gradual shift toward spring despite the absence of a thaw. Forecasters will be watching for any changes in weather patterns that could affect local conditions in the coming days, especially in terms of potential snowfall and temperature fluctuations.