Overnight frosts hit Lithuania, damaging plants

Overnight frosts in Lithuania dropped temperatures to between 0 and 2 degrees Celsius below zero, with the most severe conditions reported in low-lying areas and on sandy or peaty soils. These conditions pose a significant risk to plants, prompting warnings for gardeners and farmers to take protective measures.

The Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service shared a map illustrating the minimum ground-level temperatures recorded at a height of 5 cm on the night of May 30. While the frosts were a concern, forecasts for Saturday indicated no significant rain during the day, with winds at 5-10 m/s and temperatures ranging from 18-23 degrees Celsius, dropping to 15-17 degrees in coastal and some eastern regions.

Looking ahead to Sunday, the forecast predicts scattered short-term rain, with a chance of thunderstorms in some areas. Overnight temperatures are expected to be between 5-10 degrees Celsius, rising to 15-20 degrees during the day, potentially reaching 23 degrees in some places. The weather is expected to warm up further throughout the week.