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Telšiai offers a quiet, rhythmic lifestyle centered around the Samogitian highlands, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a slower pace away from the Baltic metropolitan bustle. It is a town defined by its natural surroundings and a sense of local stability, providing a safe, predictable environment for families. You will find reliable healthcare and functional public transit, which eases the transition for those moving from larger hubs.
However, the trade-off is the limited professional ecosystem; this is a destination for remote workers or those tied to local industries rather than a global career hub. While the cost of living remains manageable, the social landscape is deeply rooted in Lithuanian tradition, meaning the expat community is small and integration requires genuine effort.
Population
21,294
Area
3 km²
Density
7,194 per km²
Founded
-
Language
Lithuanian
Distance to Coast
133 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Telšiai
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Climate & Weather in Telšiai
Telšiai has a warm-summer humid continental climate (Köppen Dfb), with cool to mild summers and cold winters. Long-term Lithuania climate normals show summer temperatures around 18.3°C in July and annual precipitation near 695 mm, which fits Telšiai’s inland, moderately wet Baltic climate. The current overcast, very humid weather is consistent with the city’s generally moist and changeable conditions.
Summer Average
18-21°C
Winter Average
-3 to -1°C
Climate Type
Humid Continental
Rainy Days
110
Sunny Days
170
Humidity
80%
Spring
March - May
3-12°C
Spring is cool and changeable, with frequent cloud cover and intermittent rain as temperatures gradually rise. Snow can linger in early March, but May is usually mild and noticeably greener.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
17-22°C
Summer is generally mild rather than hot, with the warmest month in July averaging about 20.9°C as a daily high. Rainfall remains fairly frequent, and July to August are among the wetter months.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
4-14°C
Autumn cools quickly and becomes increasingly damp, cloudy, and windy. By late November, conditions are often near the freezing point, with rain giving way to wet snow at times.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
-4-1°C
Winter is cold, with average January high temperatures around -2.4°C and frequent frost and snow. Thaws can occur, but the season is usually long enough to feel distinctly winterlike.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Telšiai
Advantages
Telšiai
Rich cultural heritage sites
Abundant parks and nature
Tight-knit community feel
Affordable cost of living
Historic charm and character
Disadvantages
Telšiai
No universities locally
Limited job opportunities
Minimal nightlife options
Small expat community
Few coworking spaces
Safety & Security in Telšiai
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
50
/100
Lithuania Avg
65
Europe Avg
59
Worldwide Avg
58
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Telšiai to Lithuania averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Telšiai
Lithuania Average
Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Low
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 99/100
No data for Telšiai — showing hazard indicators from nearby Naujoji Akmenė (~55 km).
