Climate Insights for Wrocław
Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
Climate Overview
The climate in Wrocław is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 757 mm of precipitation falls per year. Wrocław receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wrocław 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, December, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Wrocław is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 29.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Wrocław receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wrocław 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, December, when temperatures can drop to 30°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Wrocław vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Wrocław vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 77°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 30°F and the daily average is 34°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Wrocław is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 757 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 97 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 41 mm. That's 57 mm less than August, 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 49cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 17cm.Wrocław is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.8 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.6 in. That's 2.2 in less than August, 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 19in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 7in.
Wind
Wrocław is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap 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 14km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Wrocław is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap 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 9mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Wrocław is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 87 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -1°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Wrocław is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 30°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Wrocław 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 Wrocław 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.