Warsaw Climate & Weather Averages
Poland · Humid Continental climate · Data averaged from 2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31 (5 years)
Best Time to Visit Warsaw
Based on temperature comfort, low rainfall, and sunshine hours, the best months to visit Warsaw are:
July, June, August
Scores based on ideal temperature (18-28°C), low precipitation, and high sunshine. July scores 61/100.
Warsaw has a Humid Continental climate with mild summers and cold winters. The warmest month is July with an average temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F), while January is the coldest at 0.9°C (33.6°F). Annual precipitation averages 717.0mm spread across approximately 188.0 rainy days per year, with August being the wettest month at 99.6mm and March the driest at 30.4mm. The city receives an average of 2.1-12.4 hours of sunshine per day, with the sunniest months being June and July. Humidity remains relatively consistent throughout the year, averaging around 75.6% annually, while average wind speeds reach 18.6 km/h. The overall annual mean temperature is 10.2°C (50.4°F), reflecting the humid continental conditions shaped by Warsaw's latitude (52.23°) and surrounding geography. For travelers, the best time to visit is July, June, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
Warsaw's humid continental climate creates four distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers. I've studied the data and found that the city experiences beautiful autumns and springs. The best time for visiting is May to September, when temperatures are comfortable and the city's historic Old Town can be explored in pleasant weather.
Seasonal Climate Overview
Spring (Mar-May)
Average temperature 8.9°C (48.0°F), rainfall 50.5mm, sunshine 9.3 hrs/day, humidity 68.3%. Mild transitional weather characterizes this period. Expect around 14.9 rainy days per month.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Average temperature 20.2°C (68.4°F), rainfall 84.6mm, sunshine 11.6 hrs/day, humidity 68.4%. Mild transitional weather characterizes this period. Expect around 18.7 rainy days per month.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
Average temperature 10.4°C (50.7°F), rainfall 48.5mm, sunshine 6.2 hrs/day, humidity 80.7%. Mild transitional weather characterizes this period. Expect around 15.0 rainy days per month.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Average temperature 1.4°C (34.5°F), rainfall 55.5mm, sunshine 3.0 hrs/day, humidity 85.1%. Cold season conditions dominate. Expect around 14.1 rainy days per month.
Monthly Temperature Averages (°C / °F)
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean Temp |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.0°C (37.4°F) | -1.4°C (29.5°F) | 0.9°C (33.6°F) |
| February | 5.5°C (41.9°F) | -0.8°C (30.6°F) | 2.3°C (36.1°F) |
| March | 8.9°C (48.0°F) | 0.2°C (32.4°F) | 4.3°C (39.7°F) |
| April | 13.1°C (55.6°F) | 3.8°C (38.8°F) | 8.5°C (47.3°F) |
| May | 18.8°C (65.8°F) | 8.6°C (47.5°F) | 13.9°C (57.0°F) |
| June | 24.3°C (75.7°F) | 14.2°C (57.6°F) | 19.4°C (66.9°F) |
| July | 25.6°C (78.1°F) | 16.0°C (60.8°F) | 20.8°C (69.4°F) |
| August | 25.1°C (77.2°F) | 15.7°C (60.3°F) | 20.3°C (68.5°F) |
| September | 20.6°C (69.1°F) | 11.3°C (52.3°F) | 15.8°C (60.4°F) |
| October | 14.5°C (58.1°F) | 7.2°C (45.0°F) | 10.6°C (51.1°F) |
| November | 7.1°C (44.8°F) | 2.4°C (36.3°F) | 4.7°C (40.5°F) |
| December | 3.1°C (37.6°F) | -1.0°C (30.2°F) | 1.1°C (34.0°F) |
Monthly Precipitation (mm)
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 57.0 mm | |
| February | 59.7 mm | |
| March | 30.4 mm | |
| April | 54.8 mm | |
| May | 66.3 mm | |
| June | 80.0 mm | |
| July | 74.2 mm | |
| August | 99.6 mm | |
| September | 51.2 mm | |
| October | 55.4 mm | |
| November | 39.0 mm | |
| December | 49.7 mm |
Monthly Rainy Days (avg days with rain > 0.1mm)
| Month | Avg Rainy Days | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14.0 | |
| February | 16.2 | |
| March | 13.2 | |
| April | 16.6 | |
| May | 14.8 | |
| June | 16.8 | |
| July | 20.8 | |
| August | 18.4 | |
| September | 12.2 | |
| October | 17.2 | |
| November | 15.6 | |
| December | 12.2 |
Monthly Humidity (%)
| Month | Avg Humidity | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 86.2% | |
| February | 82.0% | |
| March | 72.6% | |
| April | 68.7% | |
| May | 63.5% | |
| June | 67.8% | |
| July | 66.3% | |
| August | 71.1% | |
| September | 73.9% | |
| October | 81.7% | |
| November | 86.6% | |
| December | 87.1% |
Monthly Wind Speed (avg max km/h)
| Month | Avg Max Wind | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 20.9 km/h | |
| February | 22.2 km/h | |
| March | 19.1 km/h | |
| April | 19.1 km/h | |
| May | 19.6 km/h | |
| June | 16.8 km/h | |
| July | 17.5 km/h | |
| August | 16.1 km/h | |
| September | 16.7 km/h | |
| October | 19.1 km/h | |
| November | 17.7 km/h | |
| December | 18.7 km/h |
Monthly UV Index (avg max)
| Month | UV Index | Risk Level | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | — | — | |
| February | — | — | |
| March | — | — | |
| April | — | — | |
| May | — | — | |
| June | — | — | |
| July | — | — | |
| August | — | — | |
| September | — | — | |
| October | — | — | |
| November | — | — | |
| December | — | — |
Monthly Snowfall (cm)
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14.5 cm | |
| February | 8.1 cm | |
| March | 5.4 cm | |
| April | 3.5 cm | |
| May | 0.3 cm | |
| June | 0.0 cm | |
| July | 0.0 cm | |
| August | 0.0 cm | |
| September | 0.0 cm | |
| October | 0.0 cm | |
| November | 6.8 cm | |
| December | 9.5 cm |
Monthly Sunshine Hours (daily average)
| Month | Avg Daily Sunshine | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2.6 hrs | |
| February | 4.4 hrs | |
| March | 7.4 hrs | |
| April | 9.0 hrs | |
| May | 11.5 hrs | |
| June | 12.4 hrs | |
| July | 12.0 hrs | |
| August | 10.4 hrs | |
| September | 9.1 hrs | |
| October | 6.1 hrs | |
| November | 3.3 hrs | |
| December | 2.1 hrs |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest month in Warsaw?
July is the hottest month with an average temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).
What is the coldest month in Warsaw?
January is the coldest month with an average temperature of 0.9°C (33.6°F).
What is the rainiest month in Warsaw?
August is the wettest month with an average of 99.6mm of precipitation. The city experiences about 188.0 rainy days per year.
When is the best time to visit Warsaw?
The best time to visit Warsaw is during July, June, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
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Data Source: Open-Meteo historical archive (2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31). Daily measurements aggregated into monthly climate normals. Coordinates: 52.23°, 21.01°. Timezone: Europe/Warsaw. Last updated: 2026-07-30.