Gdańsk or Warsaw in July?
On climate data, Warsaw comes out ahead overall in July. See the per-criterion details below.
GdańskPhoto: Krzysztof Maria Różański, ( Upior polnocy ) · CC BY-SA 3.0
WarsawPhoto: Scotch Mist · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in July
| Criterion | Gdańsk | Warsaw |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 21 °C | 25 °C |
| Average daily low | 15 °C | 15 °C |
| Sea | 18 °C | n/a |
| Rainy days | 14 rainy days (est.) | 14 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 7 h/day | 7 h/day |
| Humidity | 79 % | 67 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Warsaw is about 4 °C warmer by day.
Gdańsk or Warsaw in July: the short answer
In July, Warsaw comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Gdańsk 62/100 vs Warsaw 74/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on July as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Gdańsk averages a climate score of 37/100, Warsaw 55/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in July, side by side
The average daily high is about 21 °C in Gdańsk and 25 °C in Warsaw — warmer in Warsaw. Average daily lows are around 15 °C versus 15 °C.
On rain, Gdańsk sees about 14 rainy days in July and Warsaw about 14. Sunshine is comparable (7 vs 7 hours a day).
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Gdańsk records roughly 150 rainy days and Warsaw about 130 — the drier of the two overall is Warsaw. At their sunniest, Gdańsk reaches about 7 hours of sun a day (June) and Warsaw about 7 (June). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Gdańsk is at its best in July and August, while Warsaw peaks in June, July, August and September. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the July scores for each travel style:
City breaks: Gdańsk scores higher in July (Gdańsk 82 vs Warsaw 77).
Active & hiking: Gdańsk scores higher in July (Gdańsk 74 vs Warsaw 65).
Family: Warsaw scores higher in July (Gdańsk 51 vs Warsaw 79).
Verdict: which should you pick?
There is no single winner — it depends on your month and your priority. For July specifically, use the head-to-head above; over the year, Warsaw carries the slightly higher overall climate score. Choose Gdańsk if its strong months and profile match your plan, Warsaw if its do. The month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.