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Poland Weather in March

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

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Kraków Gdańsk Warsaw Zakopane

Planning a getaway to Poland this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Poland in March

March in Poland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Karpacz to 10°C (50°F) in Brody. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Brody and -3°C (27°F) in Karpacz.

For specific regional insights in Poland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Tczew with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Szklarska Poręba with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Kraków receives around 90 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Poland in March

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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

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Temperature range in Poland (March)

Precipitation variation in Poland (March)

Kraków

In March Kraków generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
90 hours
134 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Kraków →

Gdańsk

In March Gdańsk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
134 hours
165 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Gdańsk →

Warsaw

In March Warsaw generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
110 hours
156 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Warsaw →

Zakopane

In March Zakopane generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
120 hours
165 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Zakopane →

Sopot

In March Sopot generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Sopot →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kraków 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Gdańsk 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Warsaw 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Zakopane 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Sopot 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Władysławowo 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Poland weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Poland in March?

Poland typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kraków average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 0°C (32°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Poland in March?

In Kraków, the average daytime high in March is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 0°C (32°F).

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

Not particularly. Kraków averages just 60 mm (2.4 in) of snow/rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Poland.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Poland?

In our opinion, March 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. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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