August · Poland
Best time to visit Gdansk in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Gdansk in August
Average temperature 20°C, 79 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.5/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 79 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Gdansk scores 8.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 79 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Gdańsk rebuilt its merchant houses and cranes after the war, opening a Hanseatic old town onto the Baltic.
August in Gdansk — one of the year's strongest windows (4th)
August averages 20°C (68°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 79 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.8 hours of daylight.
A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Gdansk (4th of 12); only May scores higher, at 9.6/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Gdansk in August?
- In August, Gdansk averages 20°C, 79 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Gdansk?
- August earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Gdansk in August?
- Expect about 79 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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