Liepāja
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Liepāja month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Liepāja are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 20–21°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 21°C), January the coldest (average low -2°C), and October the wettest (about 99 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.9 | -2.1 | 75 | 2.6 |
| February | 2.7 | -1.8 | 56 | 4.6 |
| March | 5.4 | -0.4 | 43 | 7.2 |
| April | 10.3 | 2.7 | 38 | 10.3 |
| May | 15.7 | 7.4 | 43 | 13.0 |
| June | 20.0 | 12.6 | 62 | 13.8 |
| July | 21.2 | 15.0 | 85 | 13.1 |
| August | 21.2 | 14.9 | 88 | 11.3 |
| September | 17.8 | 11.8 | 75 | 9.4 |
| October | 11.9 | 7.4 | 99 | 5.8 |
| November | 6.8 | 3.1 | 74 | 3.4 |
| December | 3.7 | 0.0 | 72 | 2.0 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 1263
The Teutonic Order established a village which they called Libau here in 1263, followed by Mitau two years later.
- Documented history · 1418
In 1418 the village was sacked and burned by the Lithuanians.
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01 · OverviewLiepāja, in brief
Liepāja is a state city situated in western Latvia along the shores of the Baltic Sea. Positioned at coordinates 56.50474 latitude and 21.01085 longitude, this Courland settlement functions as an important ice-free port within the nation.
Geography and environmental exposure shape the character of the area. Known throughout Latvia as the city where the wind is born due to a constant sea breeze, the municipality's windy reputation found reinforcement in nearby wind infrastructure. The geography of the region historically included the river Līva, which eventually became too shallow for navigation, though waterways and canals altered the terrain over the centuries. Modern geographic expansion includes residential districts such as Dienvidrietumi, Ezerkrasts, Ziemeļu priekšpilsēta, Zaļā birze, and Tosmare.
Geographical positioning also dictated its maritime and military significance. The municipality developed a modern port connected via an excavated canal to the sea, alongside a separate military port area known as Kara Osta. Coastal fortifications, maritime training facilities, and naval installations historically occupied portions of the local geography due to this strategic Baltic Sea access.
Frequently Asked Questions about Liepāja
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01 · Q&AWhere is Liepāja located and what are its coordinates?
Liepāja is situated in Latvia at geographic coordinates 56.5047, 21.0109, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Liepāja?
Liepāja has a recorded population of approximately 67,421 and observes the Europe/Riga time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Liepāja?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Liepāja include LV, Russian, LT, with EUR used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Liepāja?
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