The month in detail
What to expect in July
Summer in Gdańsk brings pleasant temperatures (72°F) and long sunny days (7.6h of sunshine). Expect rain on 37% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if August (7.9/10) remains theoretically better.
July ranks 3 out of 12 months in Gdańsk. Compared to June: +2°F daytime, 6 pts more rainy days, −1.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
14°
Sea
21°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
16.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 27
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Is July the right month?
The best month in Gdańsk is August (7.9/10), 0.2 pt higher than July.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Poland
🗣️LanguagePolish
💶CurrencyPolish Zloty (zł)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 72°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 37°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 37%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Gdańsk ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
PolandTemperate oceanic climate with a 7.9 → 0.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
54.35°N · 18.65°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gdańsk?
August is the best month with 72°F highs, 59°F lows, 7.3h of sunshine and 30.0% rainy days. The months of August & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Gdańsk get in August?
Gdańsk averages 7.3 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Gdańsk?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Gdańsk in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 72°F.
Is Gdańsk good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Gdańsk scores 0.8/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 7.4/10.
When should you avoid Gdańsk?
January is the most difficult month to visit Gdańsk, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Gdańsk in July?
In July, the sea averages 69°F in Gdańsk: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Gdańsk in July?
The average UV index reaches 6 in July in Gdańsk (moderate), with about 16.4h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.