2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Gdańsk in May

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

May is a wet time to visit Gdańsk. Gdańsk has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 14°C, lows of 7°C, and approximately 15 rainy days per month.

Avg High

14°C

Avg Low

7°C

Rainy days

15days

Daylight

16h

Is May a good time to visit Gdańsk?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

4:42 AM

Sunset

8:43 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 6°C 2°C 13 Wet
February 7°C 2°C 12 Good
March 8°C 1°C 14 Wet
April 13°C 3°C 3 Good
May 14°C 7°C 15 Wet
June 20°C 14°C 8 Excellent (best)
July 22°C 14°C 11 Excellent (best)
August 24°C 16°C 8 Excellent (best)
September 20°C 12°C 11 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 9°C 13 Wet
November 9°C 5°C 10 Good
December 4°C 1°C 10 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Gdańsk? +

May is typically Wet for visiting Gdańsk, with average highs of 14°C and around 15 rainy days.

What should I pack for Gdańsk in May? +

With highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Gdańsk in May? +

Gdańsk typically sees around 15 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Gdańsk in May? +

In May, Gdańsk gets approximately 16 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Gdańsk? +

No, May is not peak season in Gdańsk. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Gdańsk? +

The best months to visit Gdańsk are June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Warsaw)

Last Updated: January 2026

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