Weather: Rain to drench Lithuania, weekend brings changes

Lithuania is set for a weekend of changing weather patterns, with rain expected across much of the country. Cloudy skies with sunny intervals will prevail, but intermittent rain will be a common feature. The northwest is bracing for the most significant rainfall, which could be heavy and prolonged, with thunderstorms also possible in southern areas during the afternoon.

Wind speeds will be notable, with west-southwesterly winds ranging from 9 to 14 m/s, and gusts reaching 15-18 m/s in some places. Temperatures will be cool for the season, with daytime highs struggling to reach 15-20 degrees Celsius, though eastern regions might see a slightly warmer 22-23 degrees.

The weather system, a southern cyclone, will continue to influence Lithuania into Tuesday. Brief showers and thunderstorms are anticipated, particularly in western and southern areas. Winds will be variable, becoming northwesterly and northerly by Tuesday afternoon, with gusts up to 15-20 m/s near the coast. Daytime temperatures are expected to rise slightly to 17-22 degrees Celsius.

Wednesday will see the influence of the cyclone's southwestern edge, bringing cloudy skies with sunny spells and short-lived rain. Northwesterly winds will persist, with coastal gusts up to 15-17 m/s. Temperatures will remain typical for a Lithuanian summer, with lows of 10-15 degrees Celsius at night and highs of 17-22 degrees during the day.

Looking ahead to Thursday, a new cyclone from southern Scandinavia will bring rain to many areas, potentially heavy with thunderstorms. Winds will be light at night but will pick up from the northwest and north during the day. Temperatures will be cooler, reaching only 17-19 degrees Celsius in most places.

Friday is expected to be influenced by a high-pressure field, leading to less rain at night and potential fog formation. Daytime will see light, short-lived rain across larger parts of the country, with temperatures rising to 18-23 degrees Celsius with sunshine. The upcoming weekend promises calmer and warmer weather, though short summer showers may still occur.