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Metelys

Lake

Lake Metelys in southern Lithuania lies within Meteliai Regional Park; visitors arrive for birdwatching, boating and quiet forested shores.

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Metelys essentials

Address: Metelys Regional Park area, near Meteliai village, Alytus County, Lithuania
Website: arpais.lt
Admission: Park entry free; small fees may apply for visitor centre exhibitions (varies)
Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Metelys

Metelys (Meteliai) is best in spring and autumn for bird migration; summer is pleasant for walking and shore‑lined picnics.

Spring migration
April-May · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Peak time for migratory birds; wetlands teem with passage species and breeding activity.
Summer
June-August · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Warm, lush, and best for hiking the trails and enjoying the small observation towers; mosquito repellent recommended.
Autumn migration
September-October · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Second major migration wave; skies fill with waterfowl on colder days.

Weather & Climate near Metelys

Climate

Metelys's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (598 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 45 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-38°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -7° - -1° -9° 36 mm overcast 96% 4.2 m/s 0.0 low 7.7h
February Poor -6° - -1° -9° 28 mm overcast 95% 4.0 m/s 0.1 low 9.5h
March Poor -3° - 4° -4° 35 mm overcast 88% 3.7 m/s 0.4 low 11.7h
April Good 2° - 11° 3° 39 mm partly cloudy 80% 3.8 m/s 0.7 moderate 13.9h
May Very Good 7° - 18° 12° 49 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.1 m/s 1.2 high 15.8h
June Very Good 10° - 21° 16° 69 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.1 m/s 1.4 high 16.9h
July Very Good 12° - 22° 17° 82 mm partly cloudy 80% 3.2 m/s 1.4 high 16.4h
August Very Good 12° - 22° 17° 63 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.8 m/s 1.1 high 14.7h
September Very Good 8° - 16° 12° 57 mm partly cloudy 82% 3.2 m/s 0.6 moderate 12.5h
October Acceptable 4° - 11° 5° 48 mm overcast 89% 3.4 m/s 0.2 low 10.3h
November Poor 0° - 4° -2° 46 mm overcast 94% 4.7 m/s 0.1 low 8.3h
December Poor -4° - 1° -7° 46 mm overcast 96% 4.1 m/s 0.0 low 7.1h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Metelys

Metelys lies near the village of Meteliai, roughly 20-25 km south of Alytus town. By car, follow the A16/E28 and local roads toward Meteliai Regional Park; parking is available at the visitor areas. Limited local bus services connect Alytus with nearby villages-check regional timetables for seasonal routes.

Tips for Visiting Metelys

  • Visit at sunrise for birdwatching-Metelys is an important stop for migrating waterfowl and raptors
  • Bring binoculars and a local bird checklist; information boards note rare species such as the corncrake and white‑tailed eagle
  • Use the marked walking trails from Meteliai village; check seasonal access as some marshy parts can be closed in spring flood season