Warsaw climate and temperatures

Climate type
Mediterranean
Best time to visit
September – November
Avg. temperature
14°C – 30°C
Annual rainfall
600 mm
Warmest month
August (35°C)
Coldest month
January (11°C)
Driest month
July (22 mm)
Wettest month
October (84 mm)

The climate of Warsaw is a continental climate (Köppen: Dfa), with cold winters, warm summers, and precipitation spread throughout the year. Monthly temperatures range from a minimum of 0°C in winter (December–February) to a maximum of 29°C in summer (June–August). The average annual temperature is around 17°C.

During the winter months, nighttime temperatures can drop to an average of -9°C, while summer nights average around 19°C.

Climate table of Warsaw

The climate table below gives you a clear overview of the climate in Warsaw by month, from average temperatures and rainfall to UV levels. This makes it easy to see when the weather best suits your travel plans.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Temp. max (°C) 14 16 17 19 23 27 30 30 27 23 18 16
Temp. min (°C) 6 7 9 11 15 19 22 22 19 15 10 7
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Rainfall (mm) 46 34 46 64 43 23 22 75 77 84 61 25
UV index 4 5 6 7 8 8 8 8 6 5 4 4

Best time to visit Warsaw

The best time to visit Warsaw is May, June, July, August en September. During this period, temperatures are usually pleasant to warm and there is relatively little rainfall. Between May and September, average high temperatures range roughly from 23°C to 26°C, while rainfall remains limited. The warmest month is June, with an average daytime temperature of around 29°C. The driest month is January, with about 19 mm of rainfall, while June is usually the wettest month of the year, with approximately 162 mm. Snow is rare here, but may occasionally fall in January, April, February, November, December en March.

Average temperature per month

This chart shows the average daytime (maximum) and nighttime (minimum) temperatures per month in Warsaw. The figures are based on climate data from recent years and are presented in degrees Celsius, so you can clearly see the temperature range for each month.

Average rainfall per month

This chart shows the average monthly rainfall in Warsaw. The figures are based on long-term climate data and are displayed in millimeters, so you can immediately see which months are drier or wetter.

Average UV index per month

This chart shows the average monthly sun intensity in Warsaw. The UV index ranges from 0 (no UV radiation) to 11+ (extreme). A higher UV index means you can burn more quickly, making proper sun protection increasingly important.

Average annual temperature

This chart shows the average annual temperature in Warsaw based on data from the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how the climate is evolving and whether there are clear warming trends.

Average annual rainfall

This chart shows the average annual rainfall in Warsaw over the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how much rain falls each year and whether there are clear fluctuations between the years.

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Average weather per month

Click on a month below and discover what the weather in Warsaw is typically like. For each period, you can instantly see the average temperature, rainfall, wind, and UV index. Thanks to years of historical weather data, you’ll know exactly what to expect during your trip.