Monthly climate guide
Gdańsk weather in May
May in Gdańsk is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 15°C (58°F) and night-time lows near 8°C (47°F). The month usually brings about 48 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Gdańsk.
- Just 140 km apart, but Gdańsk runs about 3°C cooler than Olsztyn this month.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 4°C higher.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Long Market (Długi Targ) and St Mary's Church.
Avg high
15°C
58°F
Avg low
8°C
47°F
Rainfall
48 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
58%
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 May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May 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 May
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Gdańsk in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Gdańsk?
May is a reasonable time for Gdańsk: highs around 15°C and about 48 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Gdańsk in May?
Average highs are about 15°C (58°F) and average lows about 8°C (47°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Gdańsk in May?
Gdańsk typically gets around 48 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
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.