Time in Latvia
Capital · Riga
Time zone in Latvia
| Time zone | Local time | Offset | DST | Example city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe/Riga Eastern European Summer Time |
UTC+03:00 | In effect | Riga |
About Latvia
| Official name: | Republic of Latvia |
|---|---|
| Capital: | Riga |
| Region: | Europe · Northern Europe |
| Population: | 1,830,400 |
| Currency: | Euro (EUR, €) |
| Calling code: | +371 |
| Languages: | Latvian |
| ISO codes: | LV / LVA |
| Internet domain: | .lv |
Cities in Latvia
Public holidays in Latvia 2026
Full list ›- 1 Jan — Jaunais Gads
- 3 Apr — Lielā Piektdiena
- 5 Apr — Lieldienas
- 6 Apr — Otrās Lieldienas
- 1 May — Darba svētki
- 4 May — Latvijas Republikas Neatkarības atjaunošanas diena
- 23 Jun — Līgo Diena
- 24 Jun — Jāņi
Frequently asked questions about time in Latvia
How many time zones does Latvia have?
Latvia uses one time zone: Eastern European Summer Time (Europe/Riga, currently UTC+03:00).
Does Latvia use daylight saving time?
Yes — 1 of Latvia’s 1 time zones change their clocks in the next 12 months. Each city page shows its next clock change.
What time is it in Riga, the capital of Latvia?
See the live clock on the Riga time page. Riga uses Europe/Riga.