Current Time in Riga
About Riga
Riga is located in Latvia, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 742,572. It runs on Europe/Riga time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Riga observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryLatvia
- Population742,572
- Latitude56.9460°
- Longitude24.1059°
- Time zoneEurope/Riga
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Riga Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Riga's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Riga
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Riga observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks last changed on Sunday, March 29, 2026 (to EEST), and are next scheduled to change on Sunday, October 25, 2026 (to EET).
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Riga
What time zone is Riga in?
Riga, Latvia uses the Europe/Riga time zone. It is currently on EEST (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Riga observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Riga observes Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC offset shifts by an hour twice a year. The next clock change is on Sunday, October 25, 2026, when it moves to EET.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Riga today?
The sun rises at 7:48 AM and sets at 6:32 PM in Riga today, giving 10h 44m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Riga and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Riga right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Riga?
Riga is currently UTC+3:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.