Warsaw Weather Guide
Poland
Best Time to Visit
May, June, July, August
Avoid
December, January, February
Climate
Humid continental — cold winters, warm summers, variable transitional seasons
Annual Rainfall
21 inches (527 mm)
Overview
Warsaw has a typical Eastern European continental climate. Winters are cold and grey; summers are warm and increasingly sunny. The city sits in the flat Polish Plain with no geographic barriers to arctic air masses in winter or Mediterranean warmth in summer.
Seasonal Weather Breakdown
Spring
March–May
34–66°F
1–19°C
Slow to arrive but beautiful in May. Łazienki Park blooms with chestnuts and lilacs.
- →Łazienki Palace and gardens are spectacular in May
- →Constitution Day parades (May 3) are worth seeing
- →Layer heavily — March can still see snow
Summer
June–August
62–81°F
17–27°C
Warsaw's best season. Long daylight, outdoor café culture along the Vistula waterfront, and the city at peak energy.
- →Copernicus Science Centre is excellent for rainy summer days
- →Old Town Market Square outdoor dining peaks in summer
- →Swimming in Vistula River (Plaża Poniatówka)
Fall
September–November
43–64°F
6–18°C
Golden September, cooling October. Warsaw's parks are spectacular in fall colors.
- →Wilanów Palace park colors in October
- →Warsaw Film Festival (October)
- →Dress progressively warmer through November
Winter
December–February
23–36°F
-5–2°C
Cold with significant snowfall most years. Grey and foggy. Christmas markets in the Old Town.
- →Christmas markets at Castle Square and Old Town
- →Ice skating at Atlas Arena (indoor)
- →Proper winter gear is essential
What to Pack for Warsaw
- ✓Heavy winter coat and layers December–March
- ✓Waterproof boots October–April
- ✓Sunscreen for summer
- ✓Umbrella year-round
Warsaw Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Warsaw?
May through September offers the most pleasant weather. June and July are the warmest and sunniest. May is excellent for spring blooms in Łazienki Park. September combines warm weather with the end of summer crowds.
Neighborhoods in Warsaw
Each neighborhood in Warsaw has its own microclimate. Check real-time conditions below: