Weather in January in Lithuania
Are you planning a trip a to Lithuania in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Lithuania in January?
January in Lithuania generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. In January, it is winter.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Ignalina at -1°C to cold in Nida at 3°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C in Nida and -6°C in Ignalina. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Joniškis with an average of 45 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Juodkrantė with 75 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 36 hours of sunshine in Vilnius. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lithuania in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Lithuania climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Lithuania?
Vilnius
In January Vilnius generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Palanga
In January Palanga generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Druskininkai
In January Druskininkai generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Klaipėda
In January Klaipėda generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Nida
In January Nida generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Lithuania?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Lithuania with often poor weather in Vilnius.
On average, the best time to visit Lithuania is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Vilnius. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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