Climate Insights for Szczecin
West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
Climate Overview
The climate in Szczecin is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 649 mm of precipitation falls per year. Szczecin receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Szczecin is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Szczecin is temperate. The average annual temperature is 50°F and approximately 25.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Szczecin receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Szczecin is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 31°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Szczecin vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Szczecin vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 31°F and the daily average is 35°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Szczecin is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 649 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 54 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 90 mm of rainfall. June and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 37 mm. That's 53 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 33cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 14cm.Szczecin is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 25.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.1 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. June and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.5 in. That's 2.1 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 13in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 6in.
Wind
Szczecin is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 16km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Szczecin is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Szczecin is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 66 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Szczecin is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 31°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Szczecin based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Szczecin based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.