Lithuania

Lithuania Weather in May

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

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Vilnius Palanga Druskininkai Nida

Planning a trip to Lithuania this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Lithuania in May

May in Lithuania generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Nida at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Druskininkai at 20°C (68°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in Druskininkai and 9°C (48°F) in Nida.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Karklė with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Sližiūnai with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Vilnius enjoys approximately 241 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Lithuania in May

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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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Lithuania?

Temperature range in Lithuania (May)

Precipitation variation in Lithuania (May)

Vilnius

In May Vilnius generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
241 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Vilnius →

Palanga

In May Palanga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
267 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Palanga →

Druskininkai

In May Druskininkai generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Druskininkai →

Klaipėda

In May Klaipėda generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
267 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Klaipėda →

Nida

In May Nida generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
267 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Nida →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vilnius 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Palanga 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Druskininkai 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Nida 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Šiauliai 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Plateliai 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Lithuania weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lithuania in May?

Expect pleasant weather across Lithuania in May. The popular destination of Vilnius averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Lithuania in May?

Average temperatures in Lithuania during May range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Vilnius.

Does Lithuania get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Vilnius averages just 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Lithuania.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Lithuania?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Lithuania with overall pleasant weather in Vilnius. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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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