August could be a good time to visit Gdansk, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +72°F, and there are typically 7 sunny days in August. However, expect about 17 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 74 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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August is usually the hottest month of the year in Gdansk;
Average weather
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+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+45°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
74 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gdansk has OK weather in August.
Average temperature in Gdansk in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gdansk for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in August is +75°F with a maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +50°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 4% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +68°F.
Is Gdansk warm or cold in August?
Gdansk is typically mild in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +72°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +57°F to +57°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
August is the hottest month in Gdansk, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Gdansk in August
Water in Gdansk in August is Fresh. It varies from +63°F to +70°F, with an average of +66°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Gdansk are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +66°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +36°F.
Can you swim in Gdansk in August?
Water temperature (+66°F) in Gdansk in August might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Gdansk in August
Gdansk weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+72°F
+72°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+46°F
+45°F
+34°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+97°F
+90°F
Rainfall
89 mm
74 mm
53 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+65°F
+66°F
+63°F
Humidity
76%
76%
80%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
6
7
6
Cloudy days
4
5
7
Rainy days
18
17
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +72°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 89 mm to 74 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 6 to 7.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Gdansk in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Gdansk is gradually decreasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Gdansk based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 87 mm, with a 55% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Gdansk, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Gdansk wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 89 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 17% chance of precipitation and 15 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Gdansk?
This is the weather in Gdansk in August 2023:
1 August
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+66°F
2 August
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+72°F
3 August
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+77°F
4 August
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+72°F
5 August
🌧️
+75°F
6 August
🌧️
+77°F
7 August
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+65°F
8 August
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+67°F
9 August
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+71°F
10 August
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+69°F
11 August
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+75°F
12 August
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+85°F
13 August
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+81°F
14 August
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+83°F
15 August
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+97°F
16 August
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+80°F
17 August
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+71°F
18 August
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+80°F
19 August
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+83°F
20 August
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+80°F
21 August
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+77°F
22 August
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+74°F
23 August
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+75°F
24 August
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+77°F
25 August
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+86°F
26 August
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+79°F
27 August
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+70°F
28 August
🌧️
+77°F
29 August
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+68°F
30 August
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+68°F
31 August
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+67°F
In August 2023 Gdansk had 20 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 38%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Gdansk climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Gdansk in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+48°F) and the highest in 2023 (+57°F). The driest year was 2005 with only 378 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 781 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gdansk in August:
Is August a good time to visit Gdansk?
It’s always a good time to visit Gdansk, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Gdansk in August?
August has mild temperatures in Gdansk. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Gdansk in August?
In general, you can swim in Gdansk in August, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +66°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Gdansk rainy in August?
Gdansk is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Gdansk in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Gdansk in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gdansk, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.