Weather by month for Vilnius, the best months to go and how Lithuania's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
May, Jun, Aug, Sep
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 18°C to 23°C · 10–12 rain days
Jul
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 23°C · 14 rain days
Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec
The weakest weather of the year: too hot, too cold or too wet.
Highs -1°C to 11°C · 10–15 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C / -5°C | 14 days (60 mm) | 2.1 h/day | 0.9/10 |
| February | 1°C / -4°C | 12 days (45 mm) | 3.9 h/day | 1.8/10 |
| March | 6°C / -2°C | 10 days (39 mm) | 6.7 h/day | 2.8/10 |
| April | 12°C / 2°C | 11 days (55 mm) | 8.9 h/day | 4.8/10 |
| Best month: May | 18°C / 7°C | 12 days (67 mm) | 11.7 h/day | 7.5/10 |
| Best month: June | 23°C / 13°C | 11 days (68 mm) | 13.1 h/day | 7.9/10 |
| July | 23°C / 14°C | 14 days (110 mm) | 11.9 h/day | 7.0/10 |
| Best month: August | 23°C / 14°C | 12 days (89 mm) | 11.3 h/day | 7.6/10 |
| Best month: September | 18°C / 10°C | 10 days (56 mm) | 8.4 h/day | 8.0/10 |
| October | 11°C / 5°C | 13 days (64 mm) | 5.1 h/day | 3.8/10 |
| November | 5°C / 1°C | 13 days (56 mm) | 2.1 h/day | 1.2/10 |
| December | 1°C / -2°C | 15 days (58 mm) | 1.4 h/day | 0.6/10 |
Figures for Vilnius; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
-1°C / -5°C · 14 rain days · 2.1 h sun
January is the coldest month in Vilnius, with highs of -1°C and lows of -5.3°C. Expect 13.8 days with rain or snow and only about 2.1 hours of sun a day, so it is dark and grey. It scores 0.9, one of the lowest of the year, but it suits travellers who want snow and quiet streets. New Year's Day is a public holiday.
1°C / -4°C · 12 rain days · 3.9 h sun
February stays cold, with highs of 1.4°C, lows of -3.8°C and 11.8 days with rain or snow. Days get a little brighter, at about 3.9 hours of sun. The score is still low at 1.8, mainly because of the cold. The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania is a public holiday on 16 February.
6°C / -2°C · 10 rain days · 6.7 h sun
March brings the start of the thaw, with highs of 6°C but lows still below zero at -1.7°C. It is one of the drier months, with 10.2 rain days and 39 mm of rain. It scores 2.8, held back by the chill. The Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania is a public holiday on 11 March.
12°C / 2°C · 11 rain days · 8.9 h sun
April is a month of change, with highs of 11.7°C, lows of 2.4°C and 11.2 rain days. The score rises to 4.8, an ok verdict: mild days are possible, but nights are cool, so pack layers. Easter Sunday and Easter Monday fall on 5 and 6 April in 2026.
18°C / 7°C · 12 rain days · 11.7 h sun
May is one of the best months, with a score of 7.5. Highs reach 17.6°C, there are 11.5 rain days, and you get about 11.7 hours of sun a day. Nights can still be cool at 7.4°C. International Working Day on 1 May is a public holiday.
23°C / 13°C · 11 rain days · 13.1 h sun
June scores 7.9, one of the strongest months of the year. Highs are 22.5°C, there are 10.7 rain days, and it is the sunniest month at about 13.1 hours of sun a day. St. John's Day on 24 June is a public holiday.
23°C / 14°C · 14 rain days · 11.9 h sun
July is warm, with highs of 22.7°C, but it is also the wettest month, with 13.9 rain days and 110 mm of rain. That rain pulls the score down to 7, which is still a good verdict. Pack a rain jacket for city walks. Statehood Day on 6 July is a public holiday.
23°C / 14°C · 12 rain days · 11.3 h sun
August is the warmest month, with highs of 23.1°C and lows of 13.9°C. Rain eases to 11.7 days and 89 mm, and the score of 7.6 puts it among the best months. Assumption Day on 15 August is a public holiday.
18°C / 10°C · 10 rain days · 8.4 h sun
September has the top score of the year, 8. Highs are a comfortable 18°C, and it has the fewest rain days, at 9.9. Evenings get cooler, with lows of 10°C, so bring a light jacket.
11°C / 5°C · 13 rain days · 5.1 h sun
October cools quickly, with highs of 11°C, lows of 5°C and 12.9 rain days. Sun drops to about 5.1 hours a day. The score falls to 3.8 because of the damp weather and shorter days. Bring a warm, waterproof jacket.
5°C / 1°C · 13 rain days · 2.1 h sun
November is grey and damp, with highs of 4.9°C, 12.9 rain days and only about 2.1 hours of sun a day. It scores 1.2, mainly because of the cold and the darkness. All Saints' Day on 1 November and All Souls' Day on 2 November are public holidays.
1°C / -2°C · 15 rain days · 1.4 h sun
December has the lowest score of the year, 0.6. Highs are 1.3°C, lows are -2.3°C, and it has the most wet days, 14.9, with rain or snow. It is also the darkest month, at about 1.4 hours of sun a day. Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and St. Stephen's Day, 24–26 December, are public holidays.
By trip type
City sightseeing
September, June, May and August suit city trips best. Highs in Vilnius range from 17.6°C in May to 23.1°C in August. September has the fewest rain days of the year, at 9.9. June has the most sun, with 13.1 hours a day.
Beach
August and July are the warmest months, with highs of 23.1°C and 22.7°C in Vilnius. July is also the wettest month, with 110 mm of rain over 13.9 days. August is drier, at 89 mm.
Hiking & nature
May, June and September suit hiking best. Highs range from 17.6°C in May to 22.5°C in June, which is mild enough for long walks. These months also miss July's heavy rain. September has the fewest rain days, at 9.9.
Events calendar
Public holidays: New Year's Day (1 Jan)
Public holidays: The Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania (16 Feb)
Public holidays: Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania (11 Mar)
Public holidays: Easter Sunday (5 Apr), Easter Monday (6 Apr)
Public holidays: International Working Day (1 May)
Public holidays: St. John's Day (24 Jun)
Public holidays: Statehood Day (6 Jul)
Public holidays: Assumption Day (15 Aug)
Public holidays: All Saints' Day (1 Nov), All Souls' Day (2 Nov)
Public holidays: Christmas Eve (24 Dec), Christmas Day (25 Dec), St. Stephen's Day (26 Dec)
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FAQ
Yes. September scores 8 out of 10, the highest of any month. In Vilnius, highs reach about 18°C and lows about 10°C. It has the fewest wet days of the year at 9.9, with 56 mm of rain. You still get about 8.4 hours of sunshine a day, so it suits walking and day trips.
August is slightly better, with a score of 7.6 against 7 for July. Both are warm, with highs near 23°C. July is the wettest month, with 110 mm of rain over 13.9 days. August gets 89 mm over 11.7 days. Pack a rain jacket in either month.
June is the sunniest month, with about 13.1 hours of sunshine a day in Vilnius. It also scores 7.9, one of the best results of the year. Highs are about 22.5°C and lows about 12.5°C. It has 10.7 wet days and 68 mm of rain.
Cold, dark and often grey. December scores 0.6 and January 0.9, the lowest of the year. December gets only about 1.4 hours of sunshine a day and has 14.9 wet days, the most of any month. In January, highs are about -1°C and lows about -5.3°C. These months suit travellers who enjoy real winter weather and quiet streets.
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