Zakopane weather and climate
Zakopane weather and climate
Day
-1 °C
Night
-8 °C
Precipitation
55 mm
in month
Rainy days
13 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
3 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
Day
-1 °C
Night
-8 °C
Precipitation
55 mm
in month
Rainy days
13 days
in month
Daylight
8 hours
average
Sunshine
3 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
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Weather overview
Zakopane (Poland) in general has a mild climate. The day temperatures range from -1 °C (30 °F) in January to 18 °C (65 °F) in July. The least rainy month in Zakopane is October with its 11 days of rain, the rainiest month is June, when it rains 17 days. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 8 °C (47 °F), the lowest in January with -8 °C (17 °F).
January weather
The day temperature is on its minimum, with its value being -1 °C (30 °F) in Zakopane, and the night temperature is on its minimum too, with its value of -8 °C (17 °F). The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value of 55 mm (2.16 in), and the number of rainy days starts to descent as well in January. The maximum of the wind speed is observable, with its value of 5.
February weather
The day temperature starts to rise, with its value of 0 °C (31 °F) in Zakopane. The minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, with its value being 53 mm (2.09 in), while the number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value of 14 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 3 hours.
March weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 3 °C (37 °F) in Zakopane, while the night temperature starts to rise, with its value being -5 °C (22 °F). The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, its value is 67 mm (2.65 in), on the contrary the number of rainy days starts to descent in March. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 4 hours.
April weather
The rainfall amount continues to rise, its value is 79 mm (3.11 in) in Zakopane. The rise of the night temperature can be observed, its value is -1 °C (29 °F), and the day temperature continues to rise as well, the value of this measure is 8 °C (46 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, its value is 5 hours.
May weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 13 °C (56 °F) in Zakopane, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 4 °C (38 °F). The tourist season is at its beginning in May. The number of rainy days starts to rise, its value is 16 days, while the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month. The humidity reaches its minimum, with its value of 76 %.
June weather
The tourist season is taking place in Zakopane. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 16 °C (61 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 6 °C (43 °F). The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, its value is 17 days, while the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 158 mm (6.23 in). The day length is on its maximum.
July weather
The tourist season continues in Zakopane. The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, its value is 18 °C (65 °F), and the night temperature reaches its maximum as well, with its value of 8 °C (47 °F). The maximum of the rainfall amount is observable, with its value being 175 mm (6.88 in), while the number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 16 days.
August weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Zakopane. The rainfall amount starts to descent, its value is 134 mm (5.29 in), while the descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 13 days. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, its value is 6 hours. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, with its value being 3.
September weather
The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed in Zakopane, and the night temperature descent's start could be observed too. The tourist season is taking place. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 12 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent too, the value of this measure is 109 mm (4.27 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, its value is 5 hours.
October weather
The minimum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value being 11 days in Zakopane, while the rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value of 71 mm (2.79 in). The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 10 °C (49 °F), and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, its value is 1 °C (33 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value of 4 hours.
November weather
The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 4 °C (38 °F) in Zakopane, and the night temperature continues to descent too, with its value being -3 °C (26 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 13 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 2 hours. The humidity reaches its maximum, its value is 84 %.
December weather
The day temperature continues to descent, its value is 0 °C (31 °F) in Zakopane, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, its value is -7 °C (19 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 14 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum. The day length is on its minimum, with its value of 8 hours.
FAQs
Is there a dry season in Zakopane in April?
No, April is not a dry month in Zakopane, expect rain approximately 14 days in a month.
What is the air temperature in May in Zakopane at night?
The average night temperature in May in Zakopane is 4 °C (38 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
Is June a good month to visit Zakopane?
There are good conditions for visiting in Zakopane in June. A relatively low temperature of 16 °C (61 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The temperature of 6 °C (43 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
Is there a wet season in July in Zakopane?
No, there is no wet season in July in Zakopane - you can expect 16 days of rain during the month.
What is the temperature in Zakopane during the day in August?
In August in Zakopane, the average daily temperatures will be 18 °C (65 °F). Nice temperature for walking around the city or on the beach, but you will probably get cold soon when wearing a swimsuit. When walking around all day, people used to cold conditions, pull out their shorts and get rid of their sweaters. On some days, when spending time in the direct sun, sunscreen can be useful, especially for people with more sensitive skin.
How many rainy days can I expect in September in Zakopane?
In Zakopane in September, we can expect 12 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.8 days of the week, or in general - 40 % days.
How many hours of sun to expect in October in Zakopane?
In Zakopane in October, you can expect around 4 hours of sunshine.