Lithuania Faces Rainy Long Weekend with Thunderstorms and Strong Winds

Lithuanians face a gloomy long weekend as forecasts predict persistent rain and thunderstorms across the country. The weather is expected to be unsettled, with intermittent sunshine occasionally breaking through cloud cover.

During the afternoons, rain clouds are likely to develop widely, bringing short-lived showers to many regions. Some areas could experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, accompanied by wind gusts reaching 15-17 meters per second. A moderate westerly wind will prevail. Daytime temperatures will hover between 18 and 23 degrees Celsius.

Monday night will see denser cloud cover moving across the country, resulting in cloudy skies with clear spells and intermittent rain in most districts. Heavy rain is possible in some locations. The westerly wind will remain moderate, with gusts up to 15-17 m/s along the coast. Nighttime temperatures will not drop below 10-15 degrees Celsius.

Monday daytime will continue the pattern of variable cloudiness and short showers in many areas. Thunderstorms may rumble from stronger clouds. The westerly wind will remain brisk, with gusts of 15-17 m/s in places. The afternoon will warm up to 17-22 degrees Celsius. Tuesday is expected to bring a reduction in rainfall. Nighttime clouds will dissipate, with only isolated light showers. Daytime will see more clouds and rain across a larger part of the country, though mostly brief and light. The wind will ease slightly, blowing from the west and southwest. Nighttime temperatures will be 10-15 degrees Celsius, and daytime temperatures will reach 17-22 degrees Celsius.

Wednesday is anticipated to usher in a new cyclone, bringing more rain and a further drop in temperatures compared to Tuesday.