Alūksne, Latvia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Alūksne, Latvia? If you're planning to go to Alūksne, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Alūksne, Latvia

Based on the climate and weather in Alūksne, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Alūksne, Latvia by month

January

January in Alūksne can be dangerously cold and somewhat snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain sometimes.

It also snows about half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 80% to 90% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Gloves
Thermal undergarments
Waterproof coat
Insulated boots
Pajamas, such as sweats
Umbrella
Sweaters
Multiple layer jacket shell
Fleeces
Scarf
Very heavy socks
Waterproof boots

February

In February, Alūksne is beyond freezing and somewhat snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) range. At night, lows are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C).

This is also a rainy time for Alūksne, with a few of the days of the month having rain. In February, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Thermal undergarments
Multiple layer jacket shell
Very heavy socks
Insulated boots
Fleeces
Scarf
Umbrella
Sweaters
Waterproof coat
Pajamas, such as sweats
Gloves
Waterproof boots

March

If you go to Alūksne in March, you will notice that it is freezing and somewhat snowy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time and snow regularly.

Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Gloves or mittens
Heavy jacket
Waterproof boots
Warm pants or jeans
Cold weather footwear
Umbrella
Sweaters
Waterproof coat
Heavy socks

April

If you vacation in Alūksne during April, you are likely to find that it is brisk and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time and snow once in a while.

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Waterproof coat
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Waterproof boots
Jacket or coat
Fleeces
Light gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans

May

May in Alūksne is crisp and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C).

It tends to rain about a third of the time. With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Standard footwear
Long skirts
Dresses
Pants or jeans
Umbrella
Waterproof luggage

June

If you visit Alūksne during June, you are likely to find that it is cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Standard footwear
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Umbrella
Socks
Dresses
Rain coat
Pants or jeans

July

In July, Alūksne is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

This is also a rainy time for Alūksne, with several of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Light jacket or fleece
Pants or jeans
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Umbrella
Dresses
Standard footwear

August

If you go to Alūksne in August, you will notice that it is mild and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Rain coat
Pants or jeans
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Dresses
Socks
Waterproof footwear
Umbrella
Standard footwear

September

If you vacation in Alūksne during September, you are likely to find that it is crisp and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally around 70 during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Rain coat
Dresses
Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Waterproof footwear
Light jacket or fleece
Pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Umbrella
Long sleeve shirts or blouses

October

If you are traveling to Alūksne in October, you will notice that it is cold and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Fleeces
Waterproof luggage
Warm pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Light gloves or mittens
Umbrella
Jacket or coat

November

November for Alūksne is frosty and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about half of the time and snows a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof coat
Umbrella
Jacket or coat
Waterproof boots
Warm pants or jeans
Fleeces
Light gloves or mittens
Standard footwear
Socks

December

December for Alūksne is very cold and very snowy. Temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month and snows about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Cold weather footwear
Waterproof coat
Heavy socks
Gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof boots
Sweaters
Umbrella
Heavy jacket

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Alūksne, Latvia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Alūksne, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and F
A SIM card that works in Alūksne
If you are visiting a temple, pack respectful clothing
Appropriate museum wear
Bicycle friendly attire, if you plan on biking anywhere

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