The month in detail
What to expect in October
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Gdańsk. Temperatures drop (55°F) and rain returns (30% of days). Expect rain on 30% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
October ranks 7 out of 12 months in Gdańsk. Compared to September: −11°F daytime, −2.4h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
7°
Sea
13°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Gdańsk is August (7.9/10), 3.8 pts higher than October.
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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 October?
In October, the sea averages 56°F in Gdańsk: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Gdańsk in October?
The average UV index reaches 2 in October in Gdańsk (low), with about 10.2h of daylight. No protection needed.