Winter tyre laws in Lithuania

Winter tyres are mandatory from 10 November to 1 April.

Lithuania requires winter tyres from 10 November to 1 April.

Rule
Mandatory
Period
10 November – 1 April

Last verified 2 November 2026. Informational only, not legal advice. · Official source

From when do the winter tyre rules apply in Lithuania?

The rule applies from 10 November to 1 April. Lithuania requires winter tyres from 10 November to 1 April.

When should you change to winter tyres before driving in Lithuania?

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

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