19.07.2025 by day in the west part of Latvia intensive heat is expected - air temperature will increase up to +27...+28º. However 20.07.2025 by day intensive heat is expected only in Kurzeme - air temperature will increase up to +27º. BE AWARE of intensive heat! Heat causes additional stress on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Elderly people, infants, as well as representatives of other age groups suffering from chronic diseases are exposed to the risk of health problems! During intense heat, more than usual, people choose to relax by the water, which increases the potential risk of accidents. An overheated person should not walk quickly into cold water! A sudden change in temperature can cause heart rhythm disturbances and sudden death. Do not be presumptuous and evaluate your swimming skills! By midday, the UV index will reach medium to high levels, so it is not recommended to stay in direct sunlight for long periods of time. Read more about what to do in case of heat https://www.nmpd.gov.lv/lv/bistams-karstums

18.07.2025 within 1-3 hours locally in the south regions of Latvia thunderstorm with intensive rainshowers is expected, hail is also possible. BE AWARE of heavy thunderstorms! If possible, seek shelter indoors, outdoor activities will be disrupted. Be careful in places that are especially exposed to the impact of thunderstorms, for example, in forests, open areas. Power supply and/or service disruptions are possible in certain areas. Read more about electrical safety and actions in case of power outages during a storm https://sadalestikls.lv/lv/padoms/as-sadales-tikls-atgadina-par-drosibas-pasakumiem-negaisa-laika ! In strong squalls of wind, broken tree branches, other loose objects or debris can be carried through the air. Rainshowers can cause a rapid rise in water levels and flooding of low-lying areas. Difficult driving conditions on the road due to reduced visibility and aquaplaning. Consider that you need to plan a longer time for trips. Thunderstorms can also be accompanied by hail, causing damage to crops. Take care of pets, they are also at-risk of thunderstorm impact. Read more about necessary actions during a thunderstorm https://www.vugd.gov.lv/lv/stiprs-vejs-negaiss

In the river basins of eastern Latvia, the soil has been significantly wetter than normal for an extended period. In some areas rain and thunderstorms are expected in the coming days, which may cause flooding in low-lying areas, as well as rising water levels in water bodies. BE AWARE of the potentially flood-prone areas! The environment is already overly humid, water is accumulating in the fields and in the lower depressions, low-lying areas on the banks of water bodies are flooded. Caution should be exercised when moving in flood-prone areas. More information on hydrological conditions is available at hidro.meteo.lv. Read more about what to do in the event of a flood https://www.vugd.gov.lv/lv/pludi !