Gdańsk · SpringMonth summary
Gdańsk weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
46°F – 63°F
🌧 Rainy days
35% of days
☀️ Sunshine
14.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Gdańsk in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Gdańsk in May: 63°F and 14.0h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Gdańsk in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Gdańsk. Temperatures rise (17°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 35% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (7.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 32°F | 37°F | 43% | 0.1in | 2.4h | 1.9/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 32°F | 41°F | 40% | 0.1in | 6.0h | 3.6/10 |
| 🌫️ March | 34°F | 46°F | 32% | 0.0in | 8.1h | 4.6/10 |
| 🌫️ April | 39°F | 52°F | 30% | 0.0in | 12.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 46°F | 63°F | 35% | 0.1in | 14.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 55°F | 70°F | 39% | 0.1in | 14.6h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 59°F | 72°F | 45% | 0.1in | 13.9h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 59°F | 72°F | 36% | 0.1in | 12.7h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 54°F | 66°F | 33% | 0.1in | 10.4h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ October | 46°F | 55°F | 38% | 0.1in | 7.0h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 39°F | 46°F | 35% | 0.1in | 3.5h | 3.9/10 |
| 🌨️ December | 34°F | 39°F | 39% | 0.1in | 1.6h | 1.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Gdańsk averages 63°F, 35% rainy days and 14.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.3/10.
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Comparison
May vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +4°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +4%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Gdańsk in May
Is May a good time to visit Gdańsk?
May is an acceptable time for Gdańsk (score 7.3/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider June (7.8/10) if possible.
What to do in Gdańsk in May?
With 63°F max and 14.0h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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