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🇱🇻 Latvia Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Latvia is a country in Northern Europe, Europe. It covers a total area of 64,589 km² and has a coastline of 498 km. It shares land borders with 4 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Europe
geographical region
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Region
Northern Europe
sub-region
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Total Area
64,589 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
28/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
498 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+2/3
UTC offset
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Independence
1991
established
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Climate
Temperate, cold winters, mild summers
general type

Location and Position

Latvia is situated in Northern Europe, within the broader continent of Europe. The country has a coastline of 498 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Latvia covers a total area of 64,589 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 1.8M across this area, the population density is 28/km². The capital city is Riga.

Climate

The climate of Latvia is temperate, cold winters, mild summers. The best time to visit is generally May–September, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Latvia

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Estonia
Tallinn
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Lithuania
Vilnius
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Russia
Moscow
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Belarus
Minsk

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Latvia located?

Latvia is located in Northern Europe, Europe. The capital city is Riga.

How large is Latvia?

Latvia has a total area of 64,589 km² with a population density of 28/km².

What countries border Latvia?

Latvia shares land borders with: Estonia, Lithuania, Russia, Belarus.

What is the climate of Latvia?

The climate of Latvia is Temperate, cold winters, mild summers. The best time to visit is May–September.

What timezone is Latvia in?

Latvia observes UTC+2/3 timezone.

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