Winter tyre laws in Latvia
Winter tyres are mandatory from 1 December to 1 March.
Latvia requires winter tyres from 1 December to 1 March.
- Rule
- Mandatory
- Period
- 1 December – 1 March
Last verified 2 November 2026. Informational only, not legal advice. · Official source
From when do the winter tyre rules apply in Latvia?
The rule applies from 1 December to 1 March. Latvia requires winter tyres from 1 December to 1 March.
When should you change to winter tyres before driving in Latvia?
Legal dates are a minimum, not the best date. Winter tyres grip better once the average temperature stays below about 7 °C, and before the first frost or snow. The calculator works out the best days for any town.
Whatever the law says, the temperature decides how well your tyres grip. Use the calculator for dates tailored to your town and driving profile. Calculator