Šiauliai county Weather in December

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

Planning a trip to Šiauliai county, Lithuania this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Šiauliai county in December

Šiauliai county, Lithuania is a region in Lithuania. December in Šiauliai county generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Šiauliai. 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.

For specific regional insights in Šiauliai county, Lithuania, refer to the map provided 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 Gaugariai with 55 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in December. Šiauliai sees roughly 28 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Šiauliai county by month

Best Places to Visit in Šiauliai county in December

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

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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 Šiauliai county

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

Temperature range in Šiauliai county (December)

Precipitation variation in Šiauliai county (December)

Šiauliai

In December Šiauliai 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
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 sun hours
45 hours
28 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Bubiai

In December Bubiai 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
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 sun hours
45 hours
28 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Gaugariai

In December Gaugariai generally has very 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
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
28 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Joniškis

In December Joniškis 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
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 sun hours
45 hours
28 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Pakruojis

In December Pakruojis 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
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 sun hours
45 hours
28 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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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 Šiauliai county in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Šiauliai 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Bubiai 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Gaugariai 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Joniškis 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Pakruojis 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Šniūraičiai 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 50 mm (2 in)

Šiauliai county weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Šiauliai county, Lithuania in December?

Expect poor weather across Šiauliai county, Lithuania in December. The popular destination of Šiauliai averages 2°C (36°F) by day and -3°C (27°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Šiauliai county, Lithuania in December?

Daytime temperatures in Šiauliai peak at roughly 2°C (36°F) in December, dropping to about -3°C (27°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Šiauliai averages just 50 mm (2 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Šiauliai county, Lithuania.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Šiauliai county, Lithuania?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Šiauliai, December may not be the ideal time to visit Šiauliai county, Lithuania.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Šiauliai. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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