Lithuania

Lithuania Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lithuania in December.

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Vilnius Palanga Druskininkai Nida

Planning a getaway to Lithuania this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Lithuania in December

December in Lithuania generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Ignalina at 1°C (34°F) to cold in Nida at 5°C (41°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Nida and -4°C (25°F) in Ignalina. In many areas in Lithuania, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lithuania, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Joniškis with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Pervalka with 91 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Vilnius receives around 25 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Lithuania in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Lithuania.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Lithuania

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Lithuania?

Temperature range in Lithuania (December)

Precipitation variation in Lithuania (December)

Vilnius

In December Vilnius generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
33 hours
25 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vilnius →

Palanga

In December Palanga generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
31 hours
33 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Palanga →

Druskininkai

In December Druskininkai generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Druskininkai →

Klaipėda

In December Klaipėda generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
31 hours
33 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Klaipėda →

Nida

In December Nida generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
42 hours
31 hours
33 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nida →

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In our records: Lithuania December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Lithuania in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Lithuania dropped to -34°C (-29°F) in Ignalina on December 30, 1978.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Lithuania in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vilnius 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Palanga 4°C (39°F) 0°C (32°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Druskininkai 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Nida 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Šiauliai 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Plateliai 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Lithuania weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lithuania in December?

Expect poor weather across Lithuania in December. The popular destination of Vilnius averages 1°C (34°F) by day and -4°C (25°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Lithuania in December?

Daytime temperatures in Vilnius peak at roughly 1°C (34°F) in December, dropping to about -4°C (25°F) overnight.

Does Lithuania get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Not particularly. Vilnius averages just 57 mm (2.2 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Lithuania.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Lithuania?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Lithuania due to the typically poor weather in Vilnius.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Vilnius. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Lithuania.

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