Kaunas in March
Good time to visit
March offers muddy boots and the fantastic Kaziukas Fair. It's transition season at its messiest, but you'll catch authentic Lithuanian culture without the crowds.
Weather
March teases spring but delivers winter's last punch. Temperatures creep up to 6°C during the day but still drop below freezing at night. Rain mixes with snow, creating muddy, slushy streets throughout the Old Town.
6°C high-2°C low9 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$48/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Kaziukas Fair (St. Casimir's Day)
March Tips
- •The Kaziukas Fair fills Rotušės aikštė with traditional crafts and folk music - it's Lithuania's biggest craft fair
- •Wear waterproof boots; melting snow turns Old Town's cobblestones into small rivers
- •Cafés start extending their outdoor seating, but bring a blanket if you're brave enough to sit outside
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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