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Rucava, Latvia
South Kurzeme Municipality · Latvia
Rucava is a small town in South Kurzeme Municipality, Latvia with a population of 495. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
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About Rucava
Rucava is a village in the Rucava Parish of South Kurzeme Municipality in the Courland region of Latvia. Rucava had 495 residents as of 2021.
People
Climate
| Population | 495 |
| Population Density | 750 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.1631°, 21.1616° |
| Timezone | Europe/Riga |
| Country | 🇱🇻 Latvia |
| State / Province | South Kurzeme Municipality |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.5 inches (724 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.2 inches (18 cm) |
About Rucava
Rucava is a small town in Latvia (South Kurzeme Municipality) with a population of 495. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Riga.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below Latvia avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 750/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.1631°N, 21.1616°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Riga |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 2.7 in |
Rucava has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 28°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Rucava
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rucavas vidusskola | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rucava
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skonto | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| TOPFM (LT) | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio TEV | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Kelyje Klaipėda (LT) | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| gradio.lv ONE | dance, eurodance | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Rucava
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antano Mončio namai-muziejus | ||||
| Iliuzijų namai „Eureka“ | ||||
| Insektariumas | ||||
| Jūrmalnieku senlietas | ||||
| Latvijas Etnogrāfiskā brīvdabas muzeja zvejnieku sētā "Vītolnieki" | ||||
| Palangos kurorto muziejus | ||||
| Šunų muziejus | ||||
| Tradīciju nams Zvanītāji | ||||
| Tremties ir rezistencijos muziejus |
Libraries in Rucava
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mažvydo bibliotekos skaitykla | 0.0 | |||||
| Nīcas bibliotēka | 0.0 | |||||
| Šventosios biblioteka | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rucava
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senasis turgus | |||||
| Šventosios Turgelis |
Airports Near Rucava
9 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 |
| Klaipėda Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Priekuļu lidlauks | — | Small Airport |
| Saraiķi lidlauks | — | Small Airport |
| Upitėnai Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rucava
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Rucavas pasta nodaļa |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rucava
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ezerskolas sacrificial stone | |
| Rucavas baptistu baznīca | |
| Rucavas luterāņu baznīca |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Latvia
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rucava
What is the population of Rucava?
Rucava has a population of 495 residents and is located in Latvia. The population density is 750 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rucava?
Rucava has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°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 28.5 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.