Minsk vs Vilnius

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Minsk edges ahead as the better destination in December. Minsk offers 2 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Vilnius sees 2 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Minsk is on the cooler side at -1°C, requiring warmer clothing. Vilnius is cooler at 0°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Minsk is the stronger choice in December.

Minsk reaches an average high of -1°C (30°F) and drops to -5°C (23°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Vilnius averages 0°C (32°F) for the high and -4°C (25°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Minsk receives approximately 40 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Vilnius sees 48 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Minsk the drier option by 1 rain day and 8 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.