City in Pomerania, Poland
Gdansk weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Gdansk
Jun–Aug is warm for beaches and festivals but crowded. Late Aug–Sep is calmer. Winter is cold and windy; Dec has markets.
Gdansk weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan1°58 mm
- Feb2°42 mm
- Mar5°44 mm
- Apr10°36 mm
- May15°55 mm
- Jun19°58 mm
- Jul21°86 mm
- Aug22°71 mm
- Sep18°63 mm
- Oct12°67 mm
- Nov7°69 mm
- Dec3°65 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C34°F | -2°C28°F | 58 mm | 91% | Freezing |
| February | 2°C35°F | -2°C29°F | 42 mm | 90% | Freezing |
| March | 5°C40°F | 0°C32°F | 44 mm | 86% | Cold |
| April | 10°C50°F | 4°C39°F | 36 mm | 82% | Cold |
| May | 15°C59°F | 9°C47°F | 55 mm | 80% | Cool |
| June | 19°C66°F | 13°C55°F | 58 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| July | 21°C70°F | 16°C60°F | 86 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| August | 22°C71°F | 16°C61°F | 71 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 18°C64°F | 12°C54°F | 63 mm | 79% | Cool |
| October | 12°C54°F | 8°C46°F | 67 mm | 84% | Cool |
| November | 7°C45°F | 4°C39°F | 69 mm | 90% | Cold |
| December | 3°C38°F | 0°C33°F | 65 mm | 91% | Cold |
Best months across Poland
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Krakow | Apr–Jun, Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Warsaw | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Gdansk | Jun–Sep | Aug (22°C) |
| Wroclaw | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Zakopane | Feb, Jul–Sep | Aug (21°C) |
| Poznan | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Torun | May–Jun, Sep, Dec | Jul (26°C) |
| Sopot | Jun–Sep | Aug (22°C) |
| Lodz | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Katowice | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Lublin | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Gdansk?
Jun–Sep. Jun–Aug is warm for beaches and festivals but crowded. Late Aug–Sep is calmer. Winter is cold and windy; Dec has markets.
When is the rainy season in Gdansk?
Rain peaks in July with about 86 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Gdansk?
August, with average highs of 22°C (71°F).
How cold does Gdansk get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -2°C (28°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.