Monthly climate guide
Katowice weather in January
January in Katowice is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around 1°C (33°F) and night-time lows near -5°C (23°F). The month usually brings about 46 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the greyest months, with cloud cover near 84%.
- Katowice is usually about 2°C warmer than Zakopane, 130 km away, in January.
- In Katowice, January is mid-winter.
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -5°C, and frost is common.
January is typically Katowice's coolest month.
Avg high
1°C
33°F
Avg low
-5°C
23°F
Rainfall
46 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
93%
relative
Sky
84%
cloud · often cloudy
Katowice weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / 33°F | -5°C / 23°F | 46 mm | 93% | 84% |
| February | 3°C / 37°F | -4°C / 25°F | 41 mm | 89% | 80% |
| March | 8°C / 47°F | -1°C / 30°F | 40 mm | 82% | 66% |
| April | 15°C / 58°F | 4°C / 39°F | 47 mm | 75% | 63% |
| May | 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 47°F | 83 mm | 73% | 67% |
| June | 23°C / 74°F | 13°C / 56°F | 85 mm | 69% | 67% |
| July | 25°C / 78°F | 15°C / 58°F | 82 mm | 65% | 64% |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 63 mm | 63% | 58% |
| September | 21°C / 70°F | 10°C / 50°F | 69 mm | 70% | 64% |
| October | 14°C / 58°F | 5°C / 41°F | 62 mm | 81% | 69% |
| November | 8°C / 47°F | 2°C / 35°F | 36 mm | 89% | 76% |
| December | 3°C / 37°F | -2°C / 28°F | 41 mm | 92% | 80% |
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 Katowice?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Katowice →Other Poland cities in January
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Katowice in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Katowice?
January is cool in Katowice, with highs around 1°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Katowice in January?
Average highs are about 1°C (33°F) and average lows about -5°C (23°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Katowice in January?
Katowice typically gets around 46 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Katowice (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.