On Tuesday afternoon, the Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service (LHMT) recorded the highest temperature so far this year, as it rose to 29.2 degrees in Vilnius.
The record temperature was recorded at around 16:30. According to the data from the Department of Hydrology and Climatology at Vilnius University, the temperature was still over 28 degrees at around 17:20.
On Tuesday afternoon, temperatures in most districts of Lithuania warmed up to 22–27 degrees.
The Vilnius City Municipality also warns the residents of the worsened air quality due to Sahara dust.
“Dust has arrived in Vilnius from the south along with the heat, with an increase in particulate matter in the air, which is leading to a deterioration in air quality,” the municipality said.
People are advised to stay indoors, keep windows shut, and wear a face mask when outdoors.
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