Mountain town in Lesser Poland, Poland
Zakopane weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Zakopane
Jul–Sep for hiking (high trails often open mid-Jun to Oct); Jan–Mar for skiing. Dec holidays and summer weekends are very crowded.
Zakopane weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-2°56 mm
- Feb-1°55 mm
- Mar4°61 mm
- Apr11°64 mm
- May16°117 mm
- Jun19°124 mm
- Jul21°137 mm
- Aug21°95 mm
- Sep16°89 mm
- Oct10°71 mm
- Nov5°56 mm
- Dec-1°53 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C28°F | -9°C16°F | 56 mm | 95% | Freezing |
| February | -1°C30°F | -8°C17°F | 55 mm | 94% | Freezing |
| March | 4°C39°F | -5°C24°F | 61 mm | 88% | Cold |
| April | 11°C51°F | 1°C33°F | 64 mm | 81% | Cold |
| May | 16°C60°F | 6°C42°F | 117 mm | 80% | Cool |
| June | 19°C66°F | 10°C49°F | 124 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| July | 21°C70°F | 12°C53°F | 137 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C71°F | 11°C52°F | 95 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| September | 16°C61°F | 6°C43°F | 89 mm | 79% | Cool |
| October | 10°C51°F | 2°C35°F | 71 mm | 86% | Cold |
| November | 5°C41°F | -2°C28°F | 56 mm | 92% | Cold |
| December | -1°C31°F | -7°C20°F | 53 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 Zakopane?
Feb, Jul–Sep. Jul–Sep for hiking (high trails often open mid-Jun to Oct); Jan–Mar for skiing. Dec holidays and summer weekends are very crowded.
When is the rainy season in Zakopane?
Rain peaks in July with about 137 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Zakopane?
August, with average highs of 21°C (71°F).
How cold does Zakopane get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -9°C (16°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Tatra National Park
- TOPR mountain rescue
- Zakopane tourist information
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. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.