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Merkinė, Lithuania
Alytus · Lithuania
Merkinė is a small town in Alytus, Lithuania with a population of 963. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Merkinė
Merkinė is a small town in Alytus County, Lithuania, located at the confluence of the Neman and Merkys rivers. The town belongs to the Varėna District Municipality and is located about 26 kilometers west of Varėna and 28 kilometers south of Alytus. As of 2021, the town had 963 residents.
People
Climate
| Population | 963 |
| Population Density | 104 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.1625°, 24.1852° |
| Timezone | Europe/Vilnius |
| Country | 🇱🇹 Lithuania |
| State / Province | Alytus |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.7 inches (626 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.8 inches (20 cm) |
About Merkinė
Merkinė is a small town in Lithuania (Alytus) with a population of 963. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Vilnius.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below Lithuania avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Area | 9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 104/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.1625°N, 24.1852°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Vilnius |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 28°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in |
Merkinė has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 23°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Merkinė
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merkinės Vinco Krėvės gimnazija | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Merkinė
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alytaus kraštotyros muziejus | ||||
| Antanas Česnulis Sculpture Park | ||||
| Antano Jonyno memorialinis muziejus | ||||
| Anzelmo Matučio memorialinis muziejus | ||||
| Archeologinė ekspozicija Kai sieloms neliko medžių | ||||
| Druskininkų miesto muziejus | ||||
| Dzūkijos nacionalinio parko etnografinė sodyba-muziejus | ||||
| Grūto parkas | ||||
| Liaudies amatų muziejus | ||||
| Lietuvos laisvės kovų ir kančių muziejus | ||||
| Lietuvos totorių buities muziejus | ||||
| M.K.Čiurlionio memorialinis muziejus | ||||
| Merkinės kraštotyros muziejus | ||||
| Miško muziejus „Girios aidas“ | ||||
| Mūsų tautos istorijos atminties muziejus | ||||
| Muziejus Čepkelių valstybiniame gamtiniame rezervate | ||||
| Rezistencijos ir tremties muziejus | ||||
| S. Pigagos muziejus | ||||
| Šakočių muziejus | ||||
| Vinco Krėvės tėviškė | ||||
| Žako Lipšico memorialinis muziejus |
Libraries in Merkinė
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alytaus Jurgio Kunčino viešoji biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| Alytaus rajono savivaldybės viešoji biblioteka, Užupių filialas | 0.0 | |||||
| Druskininkų savivaldybės viešoji biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| Grūto parko klubas skaitykla | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Merkinė
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jazminų turgus | |||||
| Jotvingių turgus | |||||
| Ūkininkų turgus | |||||
| Žuvinto turgus |
Hotels in Merkinė
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Merkinė
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Merkinė
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Merkinė
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Merkinė
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Merkinė
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hrodna Airport | GNA | Medium Airport |
| Alytus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Balbieriškis airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dievogala Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Druskininkai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Karolin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Krokialaukis | - | Small Airport |
| Pociūnai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rūdiškės Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| S. Darius and S. Girėnas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sasnava Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shchuchyn | - | Small Airport |
| Vainiai | - | Small Airport |
| Valkininkai Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Merkinė
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gudakiemio kapinių koplyčia | |
| Merkinės Švč. Mergelės Marijos Ėmimo į dangų bažnyčia | |
| Panaros Dievo Gailestingumo koplyčia | |
| Subartonių kapinių koplyčia |
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What is the population of Merkinė?
Merkinė has a population of 963 residents and is located in Lithuania. The population density is 104 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Merkinė?
Merkinė has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.