Temperature in Poland in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Poland this December.

Poland, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 1°C (34°F) in Zakopane to 6°C (43°F) in Rowy. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Rowy and -7°C (19°F) in Zakopane. In December, it is winter.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Poland in December?

Discover the typical December temperatures for the most popular locations of Poland on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Poland temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Poland in December?

Kraków averages a daytime high of 4°C (39°F) in December, which is low for Poland.

How cold does it get at night in Poland in December?

Kraków sees nighttime lows close to -3°C (27°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in Poland?

Rowy tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 1°C (34°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Poland?

In our database, Zakopane is the chilliest city in December in Poland. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 1°C (34°F), while the nighttime lows hover around -7°C (19°F).

How much sun does Poland get in December?

Kraków experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 32 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 5°C (41°F) in Gdańsk this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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