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Lithuania & Latvia 2026: Cyclones and seasonal transitions

Overview

Lithuania is experiencing highly dynamic weather as the summer season concludes and transitions into autumn. Following a period of variable cloudiness, an atmospheric front moved across the country, bringing rain, potential thunderstorms, and wind gusts. While the final days of summer were forecasted to remain relatively pleasant, the transition into September brought lighter rain and cooler temperatures.

The weather became increasingly unstable due to a series of approaching cyclones. Cyclone Sina brought rain and light thunderstorms, followed by cyclone Tessa on Tuesday, September 1, which brought a cold atmospheric front and intensifying afternoon thunderstorms.

By early September, weather patterns shifted as anticyclone Ulrich brought drier and calmer conditions from the west and southwest, even as cyclone Vilja moved toward the north and northeast. This led to a period of temporary warming on Monday and Tuesday, with temperatures rising between 18 and 24 degrees Celsius.

This warming trend intensified into an unseasonably warm spell, with temperatures potentially reaching 23–28 degrees Celsius. Meteorologist Gytis Valaika noted that this could become the warmest September day on record, approaching the national record of 29 degrees set in 2019. Following this peak, forecasts indicate a shift toward cooler, more autumnal conditions with intermittent rain and thunderstorms, with daytime temperatures settling between 16–21 degrees Celsius. Long-term projections suggest the second half of September may remain approximately 1.5 degrees warmer than the climate norm, with precipitation potentially reaching 40 percent above the norm.

In Latvia, following the severe storm between August 21 and August 24, cleanup efforts remain ongoing. Between August 28 and August 31, the State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) responded to 182 calls, including 45 firefighting operations and 89 rescue missions.

Entities

Lithuania · Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service · State Fire and Rescue Service · Riga · Talsi

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 2 SOURCES] VUGD received 182 calls between August 28 and August 31. estars.lv · nra.lv
[● 2 SOURCES] 45 calls were for firefighting. estars.lv · nra.lv
[● 2 SOURCES] 89 calls were for rescue operations. estars.lv · nra.lv
[● 2 SOURCES] 48 calls were false alarms. estars.lv · nra.lv
[● 2 SOURCES] A two-story residential building in Liepāja experienced a fire involving 50 square meters of household items. irliepaja.lv · nra.lv
[● 2 SOURCES] A person lost in a forest in Valdgale was located using a drone. irliepaja.lv · nra.lv
[○ 1 SOURCE] Ten people were rescued from a five-story residential building in Jelgava using rescue masks. nra.lv
[○ 1 SOURCE] 14 people evacuated a building in Jelgava before VUGD arrived. nra.lv

Timeline

2 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
Lithuania faces record warmth followed by cooler autumn weather
Lithuania faces record-breaking warmth with temperatures up to 28°C, followed by a shift to cooler, rainy autumn weather.
7 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Lithuania weather forecast: temporary warming followed by rain
Lithuania will see a brief period of warmer, drier weather early this week as cyclone Vilja retreats, followed by incoming moisture and cooler temperatures starting Wednesday.
11 days ago

[CRIME] 3 sources
Latvia emergency services respond to 182 calls in three days
Latvia's State Fire and Rescue Service responded to 182 calls over three days, including 45 fires and 89 rescues, notably saving ten people from a residential building in Jelgava.
12 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Lithuania weather forecast predicts series of incoming cyclones
Lithuania faces a week of unsettled weather as cyclones Sina and Tessa bring rain, thunderstorms, and potential hail, with temperatures gradually cooling across the country.
14 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Lithuania weather forecast predicts rain and temperature shifts
Lithuania faces changing weather through the end of summer, with rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds expected this weekend before a transition to autumn temperatures on Tuesday.
19 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
Lithuania weather forecast: transition from storms to sun and back
Lithuania faces a week of changing weather, transitioning from early-week showers to sunny, dry conditions mid-week, before a new Atlantic cyclone brings heavy rain and wind by the weekend.
29 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
Lithuania weather forecast: warm weekend followed by rain
Lithuania will see warm, dry weather through Saturday with temperatures up to 30°C, followed by a cold front on Sunday bringing potential showers and thunderstorms.
about 1 month ago

[CRIME] 2 sources
Latvia emergency services respond to 133 calls amid drownings
Latvia's State Fire and Rescue Service responded to 133 calls between August 7-10, including multiple fires and rescue operations. Two drownings were reported, bringing this year's total to 53.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Lithuania weather forecast: variable skies and upcoming heatwave
Lithuania faces a week of changing weather, including a temporary cooling period with rain and thunderstorms before a high-pressure system brings warmer, drier, and sunny conditions for the weekend.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Lithuania hit by heavy rain and strong winds as storm sweeps the country
A severe storm brought heavy rain, thunder and 21‑23 m/s winds to Lithuania, causing tree damage and flooding; a drier, humid weekend is forecast, with more showers expected early next week.
about 1 month ago

[HEALTH] 2 sources
Latvian Fire Service Handles Fatal Drowning and Fire Incidents
Latvia’s fire and rescue service dealt with a fatal lake drowning, a Riga apartment fire, and forest rescues over a 24‑hour period, issuing safety alerts for water and woodland activities.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 5 sources
Lithuania braces for hot weekend, thunderstorms and cooler showers
Lithuania faces a hot weekend with temperatures up to 33 °C, thunderstorms, strong gusts from cyclone Gudru, then cooler, drier conditions early next week.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Lithuania Braces for Cyclone Floora as Week‑Long Weather Shifts Forecast
Cyclone Floora will bring thunderstorms and strong winds to Lithuania early in the week, followed by drier, warmer weather from Wednesday onward.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Lithuania sees warmer, drier weather ahead as anticylone moves in
An anticylone will bring warmer, drier weather to Lithuania from Friday through the weekend, ending a rainy spell of cyclones; temperatures may reach up to 26 °C.
about 2 months ago

[CRIME] 3 sources
Latvia's State Fire and Rescue Service Handles 41 Calls in One Day
Latvia's fire and rescue service logged 41 calls in 24 hours—11 fires, 19 rescues (including a tree rescue and a fatal drowning) and 11 false alarms—plus 127 road accidents with 19 injuries.
about 2 months ago

[HEALTH] 2 sources
Latvian fire rescue teams handle over 200 emergencies across Riga and Vidzeme
Latvia's fire service responded to 206 calls over three nights, rescuing dozens, including 16 people and two dogs from a Riga high‑rise fire, and handling multiple incidents in Vidzeme.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Lithuania braces for back‑to‑back cyclones and heavy rain this week
Lithuania will face two cyclones this week, bringing heavy rain, strong coastal winds up to 20 m/s, and temperature swings between 10–22 °C.
about 2 months ago

[HEALTH] 4 sources
Latvian Fire Service Handles 49 Emergency Calls Across Regions
Latvia’s fire service responded to 49 calls on 16‑17 July, fighting fires, rescuing people, and handling related traffic incidents, including a fatal house fire in Krāslava.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 5 sources
Lithuania issues yellow weather warning for thunderstorms on July 18
Meteo LT issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms and lightning across Lithuania on July 18, advising indoor shelter, unplugging devices, and noting possible power outages amid strong winds and heavy showers.
2 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Lithuania sees return of summer heat and drier days
Lithuania will experience warm 25‑30 °C temperatures, brief thunderstorms and gusty winds, then clear, dry weather with 22‑27 °C for the week.
2 months ago

[HEALTH] 2 sources
Lithuania heatwave prompts medical warnings on dehydration and heart risks
Lithuania faces a 36 °C heatwave; doctors urge hydration, electrolyte balance, limited sun exposure, and medical checks for anyone experiencing weakness, dizziness, or heart irregularities.
2 months ago

[HEALTH] 2 sources
Lithuania sees surge in flies and wasps as summer heat accelerates breeding
Heat spikes above 25 °C in Lithuania are shortening fly life cycles to 7–10 days, leading to a surge in flies and wasps that spread food‑borne pathogens and cause painful, potentially fatal stings.
2 months ago

[HEALTH] 2 sources
Latvia's Emergency Medical Service reports heat‑related calls across all ages
Latvia's emergency medical service reported heat‑related calls from children, adults and seniors, urging hydration, shade and care for vulnerable groups as a heat wave eases later in the week.
3 months ago

[HEALTH] 2 sources
Lithuanian Labour Inspectorate Issues Heat‑Work Safety Guidelines
Lithuania's Labour Inspectorate urges employers to limit work temperatures, provide breaks, water and shade during heat waves to protect workers, especially in high‑risk sectors.
3 months ago

[HEALTH] 2 sources
Lithuania hits June heat record with 36.3 °C in Druskininkai
Lithuania set a new June heat record of 36.3 °C in Druskininkai; forecasts predict temperatures up to 37 °C, prompting health warnings to stay hydrated and avoid the sun.
3 months ago

[HEALTH] 2 sources
Latvia issues orange heat warning as temperatures may reach 35 °C
Latvia’s meteorological service issued an orange heat warning for the weekend, forecasting temperatures up to 35 °C and urging extra precautions for vulnerable groups.
3 months ago

[HEALTH] 4 sources
Lithuania heat wave triggers health warnings and safety advice
Lithuania faces 30‑35 °C temperatures this weekend; officials urge reduced outdoor exposure, ample hydration and vigilance for heat‑exhaustion signs, especially among vulnerable groups.
3 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Heat wave to sweep Lithuania this weekend with temps up to 30 °C
Lithuania faces a weekend heat wave with up to 30 °C on Saturday, dry conditions, then lighter rain and thunderstorms on Sunday.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Lithuania faces several days of rain and strong winds
Lithuania will experience overcast skies, intermittent rain, strong westward winds and modest temperatures from Monday to Wednesday, with recent river levels rising notably in the west.
3 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Lithuania records record‑dry spring and faces summer tornadoes
Lithuania endured a record‑dry, sunny spring and recent tornadoes, while forecasters warn of a variable summer with rain and cooler fronts.
3 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Lithuania braces for a cool spring and potentially hot summer
Lithuania’s spring remains cold and windy, but forecasts predict a warmer-than‑average summer with heat waves and occasional thunderstorms.

Sources

15min.lt · aina.lt · alytusplius.lt · apollo.lv · brivbridis.lv · cust.lt · estars.lv · fm99.lt · gargzdai.lt · irliepaja.lv · jauns.lv · kaipkada.lt · kaisiadorieciams.lt · kauno.diena.lt · klik.tvnet.lv · kmintys.lt · la.lv · lrytas.lt · m.tvnet.lv · madeinvilnius.lt · mindfood.com · nra.lv · respublika.lt · savaite.lt · silutesetazinios.lt · traku-zeme.lt · valmieraszinas.lv · varniuparkas.lt · ve.lt · zmones.15min.lt

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