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Poland Weather in October

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

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Kraków Gdańsk Warsaw Zakopane

Planning a getaway to Poland this October 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 October

October in Poland generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Karpacz at 11°C (52°F) and mild in Tarnów at 15°C (59°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Tarnów and 3°C (37°F) in Karpacz.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Słupca with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Rowy with 100 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Kraków receives about 103 hours of sunlight in October, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Poland in October

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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).

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Temperature range in Poland (October)

Precipitation variation in Poland (October)

Kraków

In October Kraków generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
129 hours
103 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Kraków →

Gdańsk

In October Gdańsk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
105 hours
46 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Gdańsk →

Warsaw

In October Warsaw generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
103 hours
42 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
51 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Warsaw →

Zakopane

In October Zakopane generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
115 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Zakopane →

Sopot

In October Sopot generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Sopot →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kraków 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Gdańsk 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Warsaw 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Zakopane 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Sopot 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Władysławowo 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)

Poland weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Poland in October?

Poland typically experiences tolerable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kraków average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Poland in October?

Daytime temperatures in Kraków peak at roughly 14°C (57°F) in October, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Poland get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Poland during October, with Kraków averaging close to 64 mm (2.5 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Poland?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Poland with overall tolerable weather in Kraków. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Kraków. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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