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
Days are cold, with highs around -1°C and lows near -5.3°C. Rain or snow falls on about 14 days, and sunshine is scarce at just 2.1 hours a day. The score of 0.9 reflects tough winter weather, though New Year's Day brings a quiet holiday mood to Vilnius.
1°C / -4°C · 12 rain days · 3.9 h sun
Highs creep up slightly to 1.4°C, but lows still sit near -3.8°C. Rain days drop to 11.8 and sun hours rise to 3.9, a small improvement over January. The month still scores low at 1.8, making it a tough time for outdoor sightseeing. February 16 marks the Day of Restoration of the State of Lithuania.
6°C / -2°C · 10 rain days · 6.7 h sun
Spring starts to show, with highs reaching 6°C, though nights can still dip below freezing at -1.7°C. Rain days ease to 10.2, and sun hours jump to 6.7. The score of 2.8 means conditions remain cold and unpredictable. March 11 is Independence Restoration Day, a national holiday.
12°C / 2°C · 11 rain days · 8.9 h sun
Highs climb to 11.7°C and lows reach above freezing at 2.4°C, making this a transition month. Rain falls on about 11 days, and sun hours rise to 8.9. The score of 4.8 marks it as an ok time to visit. Easter Sunday and Monday fall in April 2026.
18°C / 7°C · 12 rain days · 11.7 h sun
Warmer days arrive, with highs of 17.6°C and lows of 7.4°C. Rain days hold at 11.5 and sunshine reaches 11.7 hours, making outdoor plans easier. The score of 7.5 puts May among the best months. International Working Day on May 1 adds a public holiday.
23°C / 13°C · 11 rain days · 13.1 h sun
June brings the warmest stretch so far, with highs of 22.5°C and lows of 12.5°C. Rain days drop to 10.7, and sun hours peak at 13.1, the most of the year. The score of 7.9 confirms June as one of the best months. St. John's Day on June 24 is a traditional midsummer holiday.
23°C / 14°C · 14 rain days · 11.9 h sun
July is the wettest month, with 110mm of rain spread across 13.9 days, more than any other month. Highs stay warm at 22.7°C and lows at 14°C. The score of 7 still marks it as good, despite the rain. Statehood Day falls on July 6.
23°C / 14°C · 12 rain days · 11.3 h sun
Highs peak at 23.1°C, the warmest of the year, with lows around 13.9°C. Rain falls on 11.7 days, totaling 89mm, less than July but still notable. Sun hours stay strong at 11.3, and the score of 7.6 keeps August among the best months. Assumption Day is marked on August 15.
18°C / 10°C · 10 rain days · 8.4 h sun
Temperatures ease to a high of 18°C and a low of 10°C, with rain days dropping to 9.9, the fewest of the year. Sun hours fall to 8.4 as days shorten. September scores highest of all months at 8, making it a strong choice for pleasant, drier weather.
11°C / 5°C · 13 rain days · 5.1 h sun
Autumn turns colder, with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Rain picks up again to 12.9 days, and sun hours drop sharply to 5.1. The score of 3.8 shows October's weather becoming harder going for travel.
5°C / 1°C · 13 rain days · 2.1 h sun
Highs fall to 4.9°C and lows to 1.1°C, with rain on 12.9 days and sunshine down to just 2.1 hours. The score of 1.2 reflects dark, damp conditions. All Saints' Day on November 1 and All Souls' Day on November 2 are both marked.
1°C / -2°C · 15 rain days · 1.4 h sun
December is the darkest month, with only 1.4 hours of sun a day and rain or snow falling on 14.9 days. Highs reach just 1.3°C and lows drop to -2.3°C. The score of 0.6 is the lowest of the year, though Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and St. Stephen's Day bring festive markets and holiday lights to Vilnius.
By trip type
City sightseeing
May, June, August and September are the best months for city breaks in Vilnius. Highs run from 17.6°C in May to 23.1°C in August, with September cooling to 18°C and fewer rain days (9.9) than summer, making walking the old town easy.
Beach
July and August are the warmest months, with highs of 22.7°C and 23.1°C. July brings more rain (110mm over 13.9 days) than August (89mm, 11.7 days), so August offers slightly drier beach conditions.
Hiking & nature
May, June and September suit hiking best. May and June have long daylight with 11.7 and 13.1 sun hours, while September stays mild at 18°C with the fewest rain days of the year (9.9), good for trails without summer heat.
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, August scores 7.6 out of 10 and is one of the best months to go. Daytime highs reach 23.1°C, the warmest of the year, with lows around 13.9°C. It's also one of the wetter months, with 89mm of rain over 11.7 days, so pack a light rain jacket even on a sunny trip.
Yes, September is the top-scoring month at 8 out of 10. Highs average 18°C and lows 10°C, giving mild, comfortable days without summer's heat. Rain is lighter too, with only 9.9 rain days and 56mm, the driest combination of the warm season.
Yes, but with some caveats. July scores 7 out of 10, slightly lower than the surrounding months, mainly because it's the wettest month of the year, with 110mm of rain over 13.9 days. Highs still reach 22.7°C, so warm, humid weather with scattered showers is the main pattern.
No, January scores just 0.9 out of 10, the lowest of the year. Daytime highs barely rise above freezing at -1°C, lows drop to -5.3°C, and sunshine is scarce at only 2.1 hours a day. It's cold, dark, and damp, with rain or snow on 13.8 days, so it suits travellers who specifically want deep winter conditions.
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