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Poland Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Poland in January.

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Planning a journey to Poland this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Poland in January

January in Poland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Kościelisko at 0°C (32°F) to cold in Świnoujście at 4°C (39°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Świnoujście and -8°C (18°F) in Kościelisko. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Poland. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

To explore the conditions in Poland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Pińczów with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Szklarska Poręba with 91 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Kraków receives around 42 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Poland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Poland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kraków)

January2°C (36°F) February4°C (39°F) March9°C (48°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November9°C (48°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Poland in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Poland.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Poland

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Poland?

Temperature range in Poland (January)

Precipitation variation in Poland (January)

Kraków

In January Kraków generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
42 hours
56 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kraków →

Gdańsk

In January Gdańsk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
31 hours
40 hours
72 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gdańsk →

Warsaw

In January Warsaw generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
28 hours
40 hours
67 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Warsaw →

Zakopane

In January Zakopane generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
71 hours
82 hours
Monthly snowfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zakopane →

Sopot

In January Sopot generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sopot →

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In our records: Poland January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Poland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Poland dropped to -31°C (-24°F) in Toruń on January 23, 2006.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Poland was -22°C (-8°F) in Wisła on January 12, 1987.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Poland in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kraków 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Gdańsk 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Warsaw 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Zakopane 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Sopot 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Władysławowo 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Poland weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Poland in January?

January in Poland brings poor weather. In Kraków, daytime temperatures are typically around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime lows hover near -4°C (25°F).

What is the average temperature in Poland in January?

In Kraków, the average daytime high in January is 2°C (36°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -4°C (25°F).

Does Poland get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Poland. Kraków averages only about 53 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Poland?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Poland due to the typically poor weather in Kraków.

On average, the best time to visit Poland is in May, June, August and September with generally perfect weather in Kraków. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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