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Gdansk in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Gdansk in October and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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October

Weather in Gdansk in October 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
October could be a good time to visit Gdansk, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +55°F, and there are typically 5 sunny days in October. However, expect about 15 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 42 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+55°F
Avg. max. temperature
+25°F
Min.
+81°F
Max.
42 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gdansk has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Gdansk in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gdansk for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +59°F with a maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +37°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +57°F.

Is Gdansk warm or cold in October?

Gdansk is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +64°F to +55°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +50°F to +43°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Gdansk:

Water temperature in Gdansk in October

Water in Gdansk in October is Cold. It varies from +50°F to +62°F, with an average of +56°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +55°F.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the 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 October?

We would not recommend swimming in Gdansk in October, the water is very cold (+56°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Gdansk in October

Gdansk weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+64°F+55°F+43°F
Min. temperature
+34°F+25°F+10°F
Max. temperature
+90°F+81°F+61°F
Rainfall
53 mm42 mm32 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+63°F+56°F+49°F
Humidity
80%83%88%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1015 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
652
Cloudy days
71013
Rainy days
161512
Snowy days
003

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +64°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +55°F. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 53 mm to 42 mm. Humidity rises from 80% to 83%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 6 sunny days in September to 5 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Gdansk in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 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 increasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Gdansk based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 72 mm, with a 52% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, 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 October in Gdansk?

This is the weather in Gdansk in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+68°F
2 October
☁️
+69°F
3 October
☀️
+80°F
4 October
☁️
+65°F
5 October
🌧️
+64°F
6 October
☁️
+61°F
7 October
☀️
+65°F
8 October
☀️
+56°F
9 October
☀️
+54°F
10 October
☀️
+56°F
11 October
☁️
+73°F
12 October
☁️
+62°F
13 October
☀️
+68°F
14 October
☀️
+67°F
15 October
☁️
+52°F
16 October
☁️
+51°F
17 October
☀️
+53°F
18 October
☁️
+56°F
19 October
☁️
+49°F
20 October
🌧️
+43°F
21 October
🌫️
+53°F
22 October
🌧️
+56°F
23 October
☀️
+60°F
24 October
☀️
+53°F
25 October
🌫️
+50°F
26 October
☁️
+52°F
27 October
☁️
+51°F
28 October
☁️
+50°F
29 October
☁️
+55°F
30 October
☀️
+61°F
31 October
🌧️
+58°F
In October 2023 Gdansk had 12 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +43°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Gdansk climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Gdansk in October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Gdansk?

It’s always a good time to visit Gdansk, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Gdansk in October?

October 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 October?

Swimming in Gdansk in October is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Gdansk rainy in October?

Gdansk is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Gdansk in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Gdansk in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Poland

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Monthly weather in Gdansk

Source of the data

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.