Along the way, Chodkiewicz saw a chance to destroy the Swedish squadron based in the Salis port which blocked Riga.

The squadron was additionally reinforced by a few hastily armed merchant ships (probably five) purchased from the English and Dutch, and a couple of boats and bateaux.

The Swedish squadron did not attempt to engage in an artillery fight and immediately escaped to the waters of the Gulf of Riga.

The entire port of Salis, together with stocks of weapons, ammunition and food, fell into the hands of the Samogitians.

The victory of Pärnu and Salis had a direct impact on the further course of the war and contributed to halting the Swedish assault on Riga.