Vilnius vs Warsaw

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

Vilnius is on the cooler side at 0°C, requiring warmer clothing. Warsaw is cooler at 2°C.

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

Vilnius reaches an average high of 0°C (32°F) and drops to -4°C (25°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Warsaw averages 2°C (36°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Vilnius receives approximately 48 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Warsaw sees 43 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Warsaw the drier option by 1 rain day and 5 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.