The best times to visit Kaunas for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Kaunas Travel Info

Weather in Kaunas

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kaunas vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 28th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Kaunas, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 77.7°F (25.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 58.6°F (14.8°C) at night.

Kaunas Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kaunas Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Kaunas Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kaunas Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kaunas Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 29.5 25.7 21.2
Feb 30.8 26.1 21.3
Mar 42 35.2 29.2
Apr 55.6 46 36.6
May 65.7 55.9 45.7
Jun 70.6 61.5 51.7
Jul 75.7 66.2 56.9
Aug 74.5 64.6 55.7
Sep 64.2 55.4 48
Oct 51.2 44.5 38.7
Nov 42 38.5 34.9
Dec 33.2 30.2 26.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -1.4 -3.5 -6
Feb -0.7 -3.3 -5.9
Mar 5.6 1.8 -1.6
Apr 13.1 7.8 2.6
May 18.7 13.3 7.6
Jun 21.4 16.4 10.9
Jul 24.3 19 13.8
Aug 23.6 18.1 13.2
Sep 17.9 13 8.9
Oct 10.7 6.9 3.7
Nov 5.6 3.6 1.6
Dec 0.7 -1 -3.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kaunas are March, April, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late April. For example, on the week of April 23rd there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Kaunas? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around October, especially close to early to mid October. The best time to ski (if at all) in Kaunas is often around around December 3rd when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Kaunas.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kaunas (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 27% 4.5 2.7
Feb 21% 3.8 1.4
Mar 14% 2.3 1.2
Apr 17% 2.6 1.5
May 25% 0 2.4
Jun 25% 0 2.8
Jul 28% 0 3.7
Aug 22% 0 3.3
Sep 20% 0 2.1
Oct 19% 7.4 2.3
Nov 22% 1.1 2.1
Dec 21% 3.2 1.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 27 11.4 6.9
Feb 21 9.7 3.6
Mar 14 5.8 3
Apr 17 6.6 3.8
May 25 0 6.1
Jun 25 0 7.1
Jul 28 0 9.4
Aug 22 0 8.4
Sep 20 0 5.3
Oct 19 18.8 5.8
Nov 22 2.8 5.3
Dec 21 8.1 4.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Kaunas has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (58% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (86.7%).

Wind in Kaunas is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by January and November. December’s average wind speed of around 8.3 knots (9.5 MPH or 15.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early January where average top sustained speeds reach 12.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kaunas.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8 Gentle breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Feb 7.2 Gentle breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 7.3 Gentle breeze 10.7 Significant breeze
Apr 6.5 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
May 5.7 Light breeze 9.1 Significant breeze
Jun 5.6 Light breeze 8.8 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 8.6 Significant breeze
Aug 5.5 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.9 Light breeze 8.9 Significant breeze
Oct 6.5 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 7.6 Gentle breeze 10.6 Significant breeze
Dec 8.3 Gentle breeze 11.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 82.7%
Feb 79.4%
Mar 70.3%
Apr 58%
May 61.5%
Jun 63.7%
Jul 67.1%
Aug 66.5%
Sep 74.2%
Oct 78.7%
Nov 86.7%
Dec 85.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kaunas?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Lithuania; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 08, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Kaunas, Lithuania is December, followed by June and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Kaunas in January. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.3 in January means 36.3% of the tourists vs. December.

 

 

Overall Kaunas Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.7°F (20.9°C) and 36.2°F (2.3°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Kaunas, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 67.7°F (19.8°C) and 36°F (2.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Kaunas to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 36.2°F (2.3°C) and 24.5°F (-4.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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