January 8 is generally a great time to visit Kaunas. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable -1°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Kaunas this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Kaunas
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Language
Lithuanian
Driving
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.724
Kaunas Weather Forecast for January 8
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of -1.2°C. 22% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Kaunas in January
Based on historical data for January 8, Kaunas typically experiences temperatures between -5.3°C and -1.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Kaunas
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
-1.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-5.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-6.5°C
🥶 Wind chill effect
Snow Chance
22%
Avg 1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.5 cm
~22% chance
Pressure
1016.6 hPa
High volatility
Kaunas Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 400 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 600 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 1000 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-3.2°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Lithuania
Flight Traffic
Busy
65/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~11
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Kaunas
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:46
☀️ Noon
12:32
🌇 Sunset
16:17
⏱️ Daylight
7h 30m
Wind Speed
18.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
1.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
86%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Kaunas
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Kaunas on January 8 averages -1.2°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 4/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Kaunas Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 11
0.6°C • 24% rain
Score
12
January 12
0.7°C • 27% rain
Score
12
January 13
0.6°C • 26% rain
Score
11
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📍 Is Kaunas Worth Visiting on January 8?
Planning a trip to Kaunas on January 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging -1.2°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 11 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Lithuania, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 4.3°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to -20.2°C in 2016.