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The climate of Lithuania lies between maritime and continental, with wet, moderate winters and summers. The climate of Vilnius is transitional between continental and maritime. The average annual temperature is +6.1°C; in January the average temperature is -4.9°C, in July it is +17.0°C. The average precipitation is about 661 mm per year. Summers can be hot, with temperatures above thirty degrees Celsius throughout the day.

Nightlife in Vilnius is in full swing at this time of year, and outdoor bars and cafes become very popular during the daytime. Winters can be very cold, with temperatures rarely reaching above freezing temperatures below minus 25 degrees Celsius are not unheard-of in January and February. Vilnius's rivers freeze over in particularly cold winters, and the lakes surrounding the city are almost always permanently frozen during this time of year. A popular pastime is ice-fishing, whereby fishermen drill holes in the ice and fish with baited hooks, usually drinking quantities of alcohol to keep themselves warm.

Average Temperature (°C)
High - Low
Minimum Period of Record: 21 years

Average Rainfall (mm)
Minimum Period of Record: 21 years