Kaunas in February
Not the best time
February brings Lithuania's wildest winter festival, Užgavėnės, which makes the bitter cold worth enduring. Plus, hotel rates hit rock bottom.
Weather
February stays brutally cold with highs around freezing and lows dipping to -7°C. Snow melts and refreezes constantly, creating slush during the day and ice at night. Humidity stays low, making the cold feel sharper.
0°C high-7°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$42/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Užgavėnės (Lithuanian Mardi Gras)
February Tips
- •Užgavėnės celebrations happen throughout the month - catch the pancake eating and mask parades in Rotušės aikštė
- •Book accommodations in advance despite low crowds - many hotels close floors for maintenance
- •The funicular to Žaliakalnis runs less frequently, so check schedules before heading up
All Months
May through September gives you the best weather and longest days – sunset hits after 9pm in summer. July brings the Pažaislis Music Festival to the baroque monastery, but also peak crowds and €20 higher hotel rates. September offers perfect temperatures for walking and fewer tourists clogging the castle. Winter means short days and bitter cold, but also Christmas markets in Town Hall Square and cozy pub sessions. Spring arrives late – April still feels like winter, but May explodes with green parks and outdoor cafe season. Book summer accommodation by March or pay premium prices.
Kaunas Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
4/10
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