Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Vilnius | Minsk | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | -1°C (30°F) | 4°C (39°F)▲ | Minsk |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -6°C (21°F)▲ | -8°C (18°F) | Vilnius |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 3 days▲ | Minsk |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 41 mm | 40 mm▲ | Minsk |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 4h/day▲ | 3h/day | Vilnius |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 20 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Minsk |
Vilnius and Minsk are closely matched in February. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Vilnius is on the cooler side at -1°C, requiring warmer clothing. Minsk is cooler at 4°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Minsk is the stronger choice in February. Vilnius receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Vilnius reaches an average high of -1°C (30°F) and drops to -6°C (21°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Minsk averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and -8°C (18°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 5°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.
Vilnius receives approximately 41 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Minsk sees 40 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Minsk the drier option by 8 rain days and 1 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of -1°C, lows of -6°C, 11 rain days
Highs of 4°C, lows of -8°C, 3 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Vilnius | Minsk | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | -2°C | 11d | -1°C | 3d |
| Feb | -1°C | 11d | 4°C | 3d |
| Mar | 4°C | 11d | 10°C | 4d |
| Apr | 12°C | 10d | 16°C | 5d |
| May | 17°C | 12d | 21°C | 6d |
| Jun | 21°C | 13d | 23°C | 6d |
| Jul | 23°C | 13d | 21°C | 6d |
| Aug | 22°C | 12d | 16°C | 5d |
| Sep | 17°C | 10d | 10°C | 4d |
| Oct | 10°C | 11d | 4°C | 3d |
| Nov | 4°C | 11d | -1°C | 3d |
| Dec | 0°C | 11d | -3°C | 3d |
Vilnius Weather in February
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