Gate of Dawn Aušros Vartai
The Gate of Dawn is a historic city gate in Vilnius, Lithuania, known locally as Aušros Vartai. It stands as one of the most looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The weather in Vilnius is mildest from May through September, when daily highs range from 17 °C to 22 °C. Winters are cold, with temperatures often dropping below freezing from December to February. The chapel at the gate is open daily from 07:00 to 19:00.
To reach the site, travelers can fly into Vilnius International Airport, located 4 km away. The gate is within the city of Vilnius, about 2 km from the capital center. Visitors can combine a trip here with nearby sights such as the Vilnius Old Town, located 1.1 km away, or the Church of St. Anne, which is 1 km away. Other nearby points of interest include the Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania, Vilnius Cathedral, and Gediminas's Tower, all within 1.4 km.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 22 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | -2 | -1 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 16 | 10 | 3 | -1 |
| Average low, °C | -6 | -7 | -3 | 2 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 0 | -5 |
| Rainfall, mm | 48 | 39 | 43 | 41 | 59 | 77 | 86 | 74 | 64 | 55 | 49 | 54 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 12 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 18 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 15 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
