Capital city in Masovia, Poland
Warsaw weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Warsaw
May–Sep is warm with long evenings and outdoor bars. Winters are cold and dark with snow and some smog; Dec has markets.
Warsaw weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-1°45 mm
- Feb1°38 mm
- Mar7°39 mm
- Apr14°41 mm
- May20°74 mm
- Jun24°67 mm
- Jul26°76 mm
- Aug26°62 mm
- Sep20°52 mm
- Oct13°49 mm
- Nov6°43 mm
- Dec1°44 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C30°F | -7°C20°F | 45 mm | 94% | Freezing |
| February | 1°C34°F | -6°C22°F | 38 mm | 91% | Freezing |
| March | 7°C45°F | -2°C28°F | 39 mm | 83% | Cold |
| April | 14°C58°F | 3°C38°F | 41 mm | 74% | Cool |
| May | 20°C68°F | 9°C48°F | 74 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C74°F | 13°C55°F | 67 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 15°C60°F | 76 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C78°F | 14°C58°F | 62 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C68°F | 9°C49°F | 52 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| October | 13°C55°F | 4°C39°F | 49 mm | 82% | Cool |
| November | 6°C44°F | 1°C33°F | 43 mm | 91% | Cold |
| December | 1°C34°F | -4°C25°F | 44 mm | 94% | Freezing |
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 Warsaw?
May–Sep. May–Sep is warm with long evenings and outdoor bars. Winters are cold and dark with snow and some smog; Dec has markets.
When is the rainy season in Warsaw?
Rain peaks in July with about 76 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Warsaw?
July, with average highs of 26°C (79°F).
How cold does Warsaw get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -7°C (20°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 Spotted something out of date?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.