Storm Moves Across Lithuania: Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms, and Wind Reported

Lithuania is currently under the influence of stormy weather, with widespread rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds impacting many parts of the country. The Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service reported that storm clouds are moving across the nation, bringing heavy downpours and winds reaching 15-19 m/s in some locations. Residents are sharing images and updates on social media, documenting the dramatic weather conditions in various cities.

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Storm clouds are moving across the country, with thunderstorms in many places, heavy rain in some areas, and wind gusts reaching 15–19 m/s.

The current cool, wet weather is a departure from typical summer conditions. However, forecasters predict a shift later in the week. The atmospheric front responsible for the current unsettled weather is expected to move east by Tuesday night, allowing cooler air to move in from the west. While some scattered showers may persist, clearer skies are anticipated.

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In the coming hours, storm clouds with rain and thunderstorms will move northeast, with short, heavy downpours expected in many regions, and a possibility of small hail and wind gusts up to 15–20 m/s.

By the second half of the week, a heatwave is forecast to arrive, with temperatures expected to climb significantly. By Friday, thermometers could reach as high as 31 degrees Celsius. Despite the returning warmth, the possibility of isolated summer showers and thunderstorms will remain, accompanied by westerly winds that could gust up to 15-18 m/s in some areas.

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In the second half of the week, a heatwave will move into Lithuania – on Friday, thermometers will jump to 31 degrees.