Monthly climate guide
Gdańsk weather in January
With highs near 1°C (34°F) and lows around -2°C (29°F), January feels freezing in Gdańsk. Rainfall averages about 62 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Just 140 km apart, but Gdańsk runs about 2°C warmer than Olsztyn this month.
- Short daylight hours mean Long Market (Długi Targ) is best seen around midday.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 3°C).
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -2°C, and frost is common.
January is typically Gdańsk's coolest month.
Avg high
1°C
34°F
Avg low
-2°C
29°F
Rainfall
62 mm
some rain
Humidity
91%
relative
Sky
92%
cloud · often cloudy
Gdańsk weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / 34°F | -2°C / 29°F | 62 mm | 91% | 92% |
| February | 2°C / 35°F | -2°C / 29°F | 41 mm | 90% | 86% |
| March | 5°C / 41°F | 0°C / 33°F | 38 mm | 85% | 80% |
| April | 10°C / 50°F | 4°C / 39°F | 36 mm | 82% | 65% |
| May | 15°C / 58°F | 8°C / 47°F | 48 mm | 80% | 58% |
| June | 19°C / 66°F | 13°C / 55°F | 58 mm | 78% | 60% |
| July | 21°C / 69°F | 15°C / 60°F | 94 mm | 79% | 66% |
| August | 22°C / 71°F | 16°C / 60°F | 59 mm | 76% | 62% |
| September | 18°C / 64°F | 13°C / 55°F | 64 mm | 79% | 65% |
| October | 13°C / 55°F | 8°C / 46°F | 65 mm | 84% | 75% |
| November | 7°C / 45°F | 4°C / 39°F | 62 mm | 91% | 85% |
| December | 4°C / 38°F | 1°C / 34°F | 66 mm | 91% | 88% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Gdańsk?
Our Gdańsk guide recommends: June to August for the warmest weather and beach days; May and September are quieter and still pleasant.
Walk along the Motława riverside in the evening, when the old granaries and the medieval crane are lit up.
Best time to visit Gdańsk →Other Poland cities in January
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Gdańsk in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Gdańsk?
January is cool in Gdańsk, with highs around 1°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Gdańsk in January?
Average highs are about 1°C (34°F) and average lows about -2°C (29°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Gdańsk in January?
Gdańsk typically gets around 62 mm of rain in January — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Gdańsk?
June to August for the warmest weather and beach days; May and September are quieter and still pleasant.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Gdańsk (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.