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Kretinga, Lithuania
Klaipėda County · Lithuania
Kretinga is a small city in Klaipėda County, Lithuania with a population of 17,249. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
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About Kretinga
Kretinga is a city in Klaipėda County, in north-western Lithuania. It is the capital of the Kretinga District Municipality. It is located 12 km (7.5 mi) east of the popular Baltic Sea resort town of Palanga, and about 21 km (13 mi) north of Lithuania's 3rd largest city and principal seaport, Klaipėda.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,249 |
| Population Density | 2,145 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.8888°, 21.2445° |
| Timezone | Europe/Vilnius |
| Country | 🇱🇹 Lithuania |
| State / Province | Klaipėda County |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.0 inches (761 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.7 inches (20 cm) |
About Kretinga
Kretinga is a small city in Lithuania (Klaipėda County) with a population of 17,249. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Vilnius.
Climate in Kretinga
Kretinga has an average annual temperature of 8.3°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-1°C). Average annual precipitation is 762 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below Lithuania avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.8888°N, 21.2445°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Vilnius |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.8 in |
Kretinga has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 27°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Kretinga
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rūdaičių mokykla | — | — | — | — |
| Kretingos Simono Daukanto pagrindinė mokykla | — | — | — | — |
| Kretingos Marijono Daujoto vidurinė mokykla | — | — | — | — |
| Pranciškonų gimnazija | — | — | — | — |
| Jokūbavo Aleksandro Stulginskio pagrindinė mokykla | — | — | — | — |
| Plikių Ievos Labutytės pagrindinė mokykla | — | — | — | — |
| Kretingalės pagrindinė mokykla | — | — | — | — |
| Kretingos Jurgio Pabrėžos universitetinė gimnazija | — | — | — | — |
| Kretingos Marijos Tiškevičiūtės mokykla | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kretinga
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOPFM | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Kelyje Klaipėda | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Kretinga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antano Mončio namai-muziejus | ||||
| Buities rakandų muziejus | ||||
| Castle Museum | ||||
| Clock Museum | ||||
| Dr. Jono Šliūpo memorialinė sodyba | ||||
| Etnografijos ekspozicija (vandens malūnas) | ||||
| Etnographic fisher's house | ||||
| Fishing Ship Exposition | ||||
| Gargždų krašto muziejus | ||||
| Iliuzijų namai „Eureka“ | ||||
| Insektariumas | ||||
| Jakų radijo stotis | ||||
| Kalvystės muziejus | ||||
| Kretingos muziejus | ||||
| Lithuanian Sea Museum | ||||
| LKL Sūduvis (M52) Ship Museum | ||||
| Mažosios Lietuvos istorijos muziejus | ||||
| Medžioklės trofėjų muziejus | ||||
| Memel Automuseum | ||||
| Muzeum of amber | ||||
| Palangos kurorto muziejus | ||||
| Parodų rūmai | ||||
| Rezistencijos ir tremties ekspozicija | ||||
| Skulptūrų parkas | ||||
| Šunų muziejus | ||||
| Tremties ir rezistencijos muziejus |
Libraries in Kretinga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imanuelio Kanto viešosios bibliotekos „Kauno atžalyno“ | 0.0 | |||||
| Imanuelio Kanto viešosios bibliotekos Girulių padalinys | 0.0 | |||||
| Imanuelio Kanto viešosios bibliotekos Jaunimo padalinys | 0.0 | |||||
| Imanuelio Kanto viešosios bibliotekos Melnragės padalinys | 0.0 | |||||
| Imanuelio Kanto viešosios bibliotekos Meno skyrius | 0.0 | |||||
| Imanuelio Kanto viešosios bibliotekos Pempininkų padalinys | 0.0 | |||||
| Jakų biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| Klaipėdos apskrities biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| Klaipėdos miesto savivaldybės Imanuelio Kanto viešoji biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| M. Valančiaus viešoji biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| Mažvydo bibliotekos skaitykla | 0.0 | |||||
| Sendvario „Saulės“ biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| Šiaulių biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| Šventosios biblioteka | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kretinga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Čia | |||||
| Kretingos turgus | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Maxima XX | |||||
| Naujasis turgus | |||||
| Naujasis turgus | |||||
| Old Market | |||||
| Paminklai | |||||
| Senasis turgus | |||||
| Šventosios Turgelis | |||||
| Tilžės turgus | |||||
| Turgelis |
Hotels in Kretinga
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kretinga
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kretinga
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kretinga
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kretinga
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Kretinga
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kretinga
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kretinga
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kretinga
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kretinga
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kretinga
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kretinga
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kretinga
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kretinga
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kretinga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| „Švyturio“ alaus darykla |
Stadiums & Teams in Kretinga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kretinga
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Liepāja International Airport | LPX | Large Airport |
| Palanga International Airport | PLQ | Large Airport |
| Kartena Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Klaipėda Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nida Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Priekuļu lidlauks | — | Small Airport |
| Šilute Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Upitėnai Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kretinga
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kretingos paštas |
Treatment Centers in Kretinga
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hila |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kretinga
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Grafų Tiškevičių koplyčia | |
| Jehovos liudytojų "Karalystės salė" | |
| Jokūbavo Švč. Mergelės Marijos bažnyčia | |
| Kretingalės evangelikų liuteronų bažnyčia | |
| Kretingos evangelikų liuteronų bažnyčia | |
| Kretingos Viešpaties Apreiškimo Švč. Mergelei Marijai bažnyčia |
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What is the population of Kretinga?
Kretinga has a population of 17,249 residents and is located in Lithuania. The population density is 2,145 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kretinga?
Kretinga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow.