Geography of Latvia
Geography of Latvia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Latvia
Lithuania is 163 mi to the south, Estonia is 173 mi to the north, Finland is 225 mi to the north and Helsinki is 225 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 56°56′58.6″N 24°6′18.7″E (56.9496, 24.1052)
Quick facts about Latvia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 56°56′58.6″N 24°6′18.7″E (56.9496, 24.1052) |
| Capital | Riga |
| Population | 1.880.000 |
| Area | 24.938 sq mi |
| ISO code | LV |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | LVA |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Latvian |
| Calling code | +371 |
| Time zone | Europe/Riga |
| Local time | 6:12 PM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | June, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Latvia is a country in Europe. Latvia is a country in Europe with its capital at Riga. It has a population of about 1.9 million. The capital is Riga.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Latvia with clear sky. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 59°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Latvia is June, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 21°F.
The closest major airport is Helsinki Airport (HEL), about 235 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is 5.6°F below the 71°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Latvia today at 8.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Latvia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29° | 21° | 2,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 31° | 22° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 34° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 52° | 38° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 63° | 47° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 70° | 55° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 74° | 60° | 5,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 71° | 58° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 55° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 52° | 42° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 41° | 35° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 37° | 31° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Latvia?
Latvia is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 56.9496, 24.1052. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Latvia right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 64% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Latvia?
June, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Latvia, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Latvia in?
Latvia observes Europe/Riga (UTC+03:00). The local time is 6:12 PM.
How many people live in Latvia?
Latvia has a population of approximately 1.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Latvia?
The closest airports are Helsinki Airport (HEL), 235 mi away and Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), 292 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 6:12 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
