Vilnius

Vilnius county Weather in December

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

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Vilnius Trakai Aukštadvaris Kernavė

Planning a journey to Vilnius county, Lithuania this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Vilnius county in December

Vilnius county, Lithuania is a region in Lithuania. December in Vilnius county generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Vilnius. In numerous regions in Lithuania, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

To explore the conditions in Vilnius county, Lithuania in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 57 mm (2.2 in) in Vilnius.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Vilnius gets roughly 25 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Vilnius county in December

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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 Vilnius county

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

Temperature range in Vilnius county (December)

Precipitation variation in Vilnius county (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 →

Trakai

In December Trakai generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
2°C (36°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
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Trakai →

Aukštadvaris

In December Aukštadvaris 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
33 hours
25 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aukštadvaris →

Kernavė

In December Kernavė generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
2°C (36°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
54 mm (2.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kernavė →

Elektrėnai

In December Elektrėnai 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
33 hours
25 hours
36 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Elektrėnai →

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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 Vilnius county in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vilnius 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Trakai 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Aukštadvaris 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Kernavė 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Elektrėnai 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Ukmergė 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Vilnius county weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Vilnius county, Lithuania generally has poor weather conditions. Vilnius sees daytime temperatures near 1°C (34°F), with nights cooling to roughly -4°C (25°F).

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

Average temperatures in Vilnius county, Lithuania during December range from a nighttime low near -4°C (25°F) to a daytime high around 1°C (34°F) in Vilnius.

Does Vilnius county, 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 Vilnius county, Lithuania.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Vilnius county, Lithuania is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Vilnius. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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