Vilnius
What time is it in Lithuania
About Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city of Lithuania and the most populous city in the Baltic states. The estimated population in July 2026 was 619,405, and the urban area has an estimated 767,907. The Old Town is among the largest and best-preserved in Europe. UNESCO declared the city a World Heritage Site in 1994. Vilnian Baroque takes its name from the city. Vilnius uses UTC+2 in winter and UTC+3 in summer. Clocks go forward on the last Sunday of March and back on the last Sunday of October. It is 7 hours ahead of New York all year, and Cairo has the same time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What UTC offset does Vilnius use?+
Vilnius is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July. Clocks go forward on the last Sunday of March and back on the last Sunday of October.
How many hours ahead of New York is Vilnius?+
Vilnius is 7 hours ahead of New York in both January and July. Both cities observe daylight saving, so the gap holds through most of the year.
Does Cairo share Vilnius's time?+
Yes. Cairo uses the same offsets as Vilnius throughout the year, UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July, so the two cities show the same time.
How many people live in Vilnius?+
Vilnius had an estimated population of 619,405 in July 2026, and its urban area, which extends beyond the city limits, had an estimated 767,907. It is the most populous city in the Baltic states.
When was Vilnius declared a World Heritage Site?+
Vilnius was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Its Old Town is considered one of Europe's largest and best-preserved old towns.