Lithuania Vilnius Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Vilnius is high
Vilnius Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 18° / 7°
- Rainfall
- 45mm · 9 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Vilnius in May averages a high of 18°C and low of 7°C with 45mm of rain over about 9 days. Spring. Short sleeves with a light jacket for evenings.
May is high for Vilnius.
The start of the best window — warm, green, and lively.
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Vilnius May Weather Stats
Avg High
18°C
Avg Low
7°C
Rainy Days
9
45mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
66%
comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
9°C
too cold to swim (chilly)
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
7 μg/m³
PM10
13 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
17°C
Nighttime
6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Pleasant weather (18/7°C)
- Long evenings
- Šaltibarščiai season begins
Cons
- Occasional showers
- Hotels firming up
May Events & Festivals
- Vilnius Street Music Day (mid-May)
- Peak blossom season
Vilnius in May — Full Picture
The start of the best window — warm, green, and lively.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Spring. Short sleeves with a light jacket for evenings.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current11.3°C
2°C
8.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
22°C
12°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
11°C
4°C
11/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
-1.7°C
-7.7°C
10/mo
Vilnius Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3° | -9° | 10d·40mm | 1h | 87% | 0 | Quiet | Low season | |
| -2° | -9° | 9d·35mm | 2h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 4° | -3° | 8d·35mm | 4h | 78% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 2° | 8d·40mm | 6h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 7° | 9d·45mm | 8h | 66% | 4 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| June (long daylight) (Best) | 21° | 11° | 10d·65mm | 9h | 68% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (best of summer) (Best) | 23° | 13° | 11d·75mm | 9h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (end of summer) (Best) | 22° | 12° | 11d·75mm | 8h | 73% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 17° | 8° | 10d·55mm | 6h | 78% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 4° | 11d·55mm | 3h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 5° | 0° | 12d·50mm | 1h | 88% | 0 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 0° | -5° | 11d·45mm | 1h | 89% | 0 | Busy | Peak |
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Vilnius May Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Vilnius?
Vilnius in May is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Vilnius in May?
Vilnius May averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C.
Does it rain much in Vilnius in May?
Vilnius May averages 45mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Vilnius in May?
Spring. Short sleeves with a light jacket for evenings.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Vilnius in May?
Vilnius May sunrise is 05:10 and sunset is 21:30, with 16h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Vilnius in May?
Vilnius May air quality (AQI) averages 26, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 7μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Vilnius in May?
In May, Vilnius is great for Old Town, Gediminas Tower, Užupis.
Is May peak season in Vilnius?
Vilnius May crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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