What is the weather like in Kaunas in December?

Expect temperatures between -2°C and 1°C with 23% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Kaunas in December?

Kaunas in December scores 62/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Kaunas in December?

December in Kaunas is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Kaunas Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

1°C

Hottest around day 4

Avg Low

-2°C

Coolest around day 22

Rainy Days

11days

23% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Kaunas

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Currency

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Language

Lithuanian

Driving

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.724

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Lithuania.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Lithuania.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Lithuania.If rabies exposures occur while in Lithuania, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

For travelers moving or traveling toTBE-endemic areasTBE vaccineis recommended for persons who will haveextensiveexposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary.TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Kaunas?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(62/100)

Short Answer

Kaunas's December averages 1°C - cold but manageable with proper attire. Lower tourism (71% of peak) means better prices and fewer queues.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Cold weather expected

1.3°C average highs

Very high humidity

87% average humidity

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Parvovirus B19

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

71% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
87% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Photographers
86% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 18/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Kaunas in December averages 1°C with 23% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Kaunas in December

What are the temperatures in Kaunas in December?

Daytime highs average 1°C, nights drop to -2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Kaunas in December?

Expect around 11 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Kaunas in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Kaunas?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Kaunas Weather in December

Kaunas December Weather Calendar