Weather in Poland for January 2027
Poland typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 7 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Poland at the beginning of January is 4.5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 2.6 °C by the end of January.
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Poland Weather January
What’s the Weather Like in Poland This January?
Temperatures trend during January in Poland
January weather in Poland day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. |  Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 1.4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.7 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. |  Light rain | 4° /-1° | 4.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Light rain | 3° /-1° | 3.3 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 7 Jan. |  Light snow | 2° /-2° | 3.4 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Light snow | 0° /-4° | 1.3 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 0° /-5° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Light snow | 1° /-4° | 2.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Light snow | 0° /-5° | 1.3 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Light snow | 0° /-4° | 1.4 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Light snow | 1° /-3° | 2.9 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-3° | 1.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 1° /-2° | 2.4 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 16 Jan. |  Light freezing rain | 0° /-3° | 1.1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 0° /-6° | 1.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Light snow | -1° /-5° | 2.3 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Light snow | 1° /-5° | 2.4 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 2° /-3° | 2 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Light snow | 1° /-4° | 2 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-5° | 1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 1° /-2° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-3° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 2° /-1° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-1° | 1.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-1° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-1° | 1.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-1° | 1.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Light rain | 4° /-1° | 2.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-3° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Guide for Poland in January
In January, Poland experiences cold and wintry weather, with temperatures typically ranging from 0° to -5° at the beginning of the month and dropping further towards the end. The country is often blanketed in snow during this time, especially in the northern and mountainous regions.
The Baltic coast may also experience strong winds and occasional storms, making it quite chilly.
In the southern parts of Poland, including cities like Krakow and Zakopane, temperatures can plummet even lower, often reaching as low as -10° or below towards the end of January. This makes it an ideal time for winter sports enthusiasts to visit the Tatra Mountains for skiing and snowboarding.
Overall, January in Poland is characterized by cold, snowy, and often overcast conditions, with limited daylight hours. Travelers should be prepared for sub-zero temperatures and dress accordingly with warm layers, hats, gloves, and sturdy footwear.
It's also advisable to check weather forecasts and road conditions, especially if planning to travel between cities or to rural areas.