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Liepāja, Latvia
Liepāja · Latvia
Liepāja is a mid-size city in Liepāja, Latvia with a population of 67,421. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Liepāja
Liepāja is a state city in western Latvia, located on the Baltic Sea. It is the largest city in the Courland region and the third-largest in the country after Riga and Daugavpils. It is an important ice-free port.
People
Climate
| Population | 67,421 |
| Population Density | 2,567 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.5047°, 21.0109° |
| Timezone | Europe/Riga |
| Country | 🇱🇻 Latvia |
| State / Province | Liepāja |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.6 inches (726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.5 inches (19 cm) |
About Liepāja
Liepāja is a mid-size city in Latvia (Liepāja) with a population of 67,421. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Riga.
Climate in Liepāja
Liepāja has an average annual temperature of 7.8°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.9°C), the coldest is Feb (-1.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 696 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below Latvia avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 26.3 sq mi (68.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,567/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.5047°N, 21.0109°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Riga |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.6 in |
Liepāja has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 27°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Liepāja
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltic International Academy | University | - | Visit → |
| Jauno Mediju mākslas programma | University | - | , |
| Liepājas jūrniecības koledža | College | - | , |
| Liepājas Valsts tehnikums | College | - | Visit → |
| Liepājas Valsts tehnikums | College | - | Visit → |
| University of Liepāja | University | 1954 | Visit → |
Schools in Liepāja
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liepājas katoļu pamatskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas centra sākumskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Pilsētas 10. vidusskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Bērnu Mākslas skola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Mūzikas, mākslas un dizaina vidusskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Katoļu pamatskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas speciālā internātpamatskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas centra sākumskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Liedaga vidusskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Jāņa Čakstes vidusskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Rietumkrasta vidusskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Valsts ģimnāzija | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Ezerkrasta sākumskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Draudzīgā aicinājuma vidusskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Raiņa vidusskola | - | - | - | - |
| Liepājas Līvupes pamatskola – attīstības centrs | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Liepāja
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skonto | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio TEV | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| gradio.lv ONE | dance, eurodance | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Liepāja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoijeres kundzes viesu nams | ||||
| Jūras māja | ||||
| Jūrmalnieku senlietas | ||||
| Karosta Prison | ||||
| Karostas un Neatkarības kara muzejs | ||||
| Latvijas Kara muzeja filiāle | ||||
| Liepājas muzejs | ||||
| Liepājas okupācijas muzejs | ||||
| Zentas Mauriņas piemiņas istabas |
Libraries in Liepāja
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liepājas pilsētas Centrālā zinātniskā bibliotēka | 0.0 | |||||
| Nīcas bibliotēka | 0.0 | |||||
| Vecliepājas Rūķis | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Liepāja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annas tirgus | |||||
| Flower Market | |||||
| Liepājas Pētertirgus | |||||
| Tirgus laukums |
Hotels in Liepāja
18 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Liepāja
30 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Liepāja
24 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Liepāja
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Liepāja
6 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Liepāja
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Liepāja
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Liepāja
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Liepāja
5 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Liepāja
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Liepāja
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Liepāja
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Liepāja
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Liepāja
5 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Liepāja
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Liepāja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Liepāja
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Liepāja International Airport | LPX | Large Airport |
| Palanga International Airport | PLQ | Large Airport |
| Cīrava Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gudenieku lidlauks | - | Small Airport |
| Kartena Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Priekuļu lidlauks | - | Small Airport |
| Saraiķi lidlauks | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Liepāja
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Klientu centrs Dienvidrietumi | |
| Liepājas Rietumu centra pasta nodaļa |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Liepāja
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ciānas baptistu nams | |
| Evaņģēliski luteriskā Krusta baznīca | |
| Holy Trinity Cathedral | |
| Liepājas baptistu Pāvila draudze | |
| Liepājas Brāļu draudze | |
| Liepājas Kristīgais Centrs "Emmanuēls" | |
| Liepājas lutera baznīca | |
| Liepājas Nācaretes baptistu draudze | |
| Liepājas Svētā Aleksandra Ņevska pareizticīgo baznīca | |
| Liepājas Svētā Jāzepa Romas katoļu katedrāle | |
| Liepājas Svētā Meinarda baznīca | |
| Liepājas Svētā Trīsvienības pareizticīgo katedrāle | |
| Pēdējo dienu svēto Jēzus Kristus baznīca | |
| Septītās dienas Adventistu Baznīca | |
| Svētā Alekseja pareizticīgo baznīca | |
| Svētās Annas baznīca |
Quick Facts
Around Liepāja
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Liepāja
15 places within 15 km
- • Kuršu pilskalns
- • Mātras pilskalns
- • Mātru pilskalns
- • Padambju bedrīšakmens
- • Priediena senkapi
- + 1 more
- • Dzirnavas dīķa peldētava
- • Grobiņas pilsdrupas
- • Dienvidu forts
- • Dienvidu lunete
- • Redāns
- • Vidusforts
- • Ziemeļu lunete
- • Liepājas cietoksnis, Baterija Nr.3
- • Pulverkalni
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Liepāja
What is the population of Liepāja?
Liepāja has a population of 67,421 residents and is located in Latvia. The population density is 2,567 people per square mile, spread across 26.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Liepāja?
Liepāja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.