Alauksts

Lake Lake in Cēsis Municipality known for fishing and recreation

A landmark in Cēsis Municipality, Latvia, visited by those exploring Gauja-region forests, lakes and rural walking routes common to northern Vidzeme.

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Alauksts
Cēsis Municipality, Latvia (approx. 57.09267 N, 25.77204 E)
57.0927, 25.7720

How to Get to Alauksts #

Drive from the town of Cēsis along regional roads; local signage to lakes and forested recreation areas will direct visitors. Public transport options are limited - a car or taxi is recommended.

Tips for Visiting Alauksts #

  • Check local walking paths and respect private land - many Latvian lakeshores have a patchwork of public and private plots.
  • Bring binoculars in summer for birdwatching; the region is known for forest and marsh habitats.
  • Summer months offer the best access; rural roads can be muddy in spring.

Best Time to Visit Alauksts #

Latvia's best months for outdoor exploration are late spring through early autumn; expect short days and cold weather in winter.

Summer
June-August · 14-24°C
Long daylight hours and lush countryside; ideal for hiking and lakeside relaxation.
Autumn
September-October · 5-15°C
Crisp air and changing foliage; quieter and atmospheric.

Weather & Climate near Alauksts #

Climate

Alauksts's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (726 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-39°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
16.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
20°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
17.6h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 90 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -2°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

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