Sea temperature in Poland
Live water temperatures and swimming conditions across 59 beaches on the Poland coast.
Best time to swim in Poland
The sea in Poland peaks in August, when the water averages around 19°C.
On average, 0 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Outside peak season the water drops toward 7°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable.
The coldest month is typically February at around 2°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Poland sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Poland shows an annual mean sea temperature of 10°C, ranging from 2°C in winter to 19°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 17°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Poland, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Values are area averages; individual beaches vary by exposure and depth.
Poland sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Poland?
August is the warmest month in Poland, when the sea averages about 19°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Poland?
The coldest month in Poland is typically February, when the water averages around 2°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Poland without a wetsuit?
The sea in Poland rarely climbs above 20°C, so a wetsuit is recommended year-round for anything longer than a quick dip.
Do I need a wetsuit in Poland?
Outside peak summer the water in Poland drops toward 7°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.
What is the average sea temperature in Poland?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Poland is about 10°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Poland?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Poland, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Poland sea temperature by month
Average sea temperatures around Poland for every month of the year, based on long-term Open-Meteo marine climatology.
| Month | Average sea | Swimming comfort |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3.0°C | Too cold for most |
| February | 2.0°C | Too cold for most |
| March | 3.0°C | Too cold for most |
| April | 5.0°C | Too cold for most |
| May | 9.0°C | Too cold for most |
| June | 14.0°C | Bracing — wetsuit advised |
| July | 18.0°C | Swimmable, refreshing |
| August ⭐ | 19.0°C | Swimmable, refreshing |
| September | 16.0°C | Bracing — wetsuit advised |
| October | 12.0°C | Too cold for most |
| November | 8.0°C | Too cold for most |
| December | 5.0°C | Too cold for most |
Monthly figures are modelled climatology averages, not live readings. How accurate is our data?
Warmest beaches in Poland right now
| Beach | Region | Sea | Swim score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darłówko Beach | West Pomeranian | 8.7°C | Poor |
| Krynica Morska | Pomeranian | 8.7°C | Poor |
| Wladyslawowo Beach | Hel Peninsula | 8.7°C | Poor |
| Międzyzdroje | Pomerania | 8.6°C | Poor |
| Dziwnów Beach | West Pomeranian | 8.6°C | Poor |
| Sztutowo Beach | Pomeranian | 8.6°C | Poor |
| Górki Wschodnie | Pomeranian | 8.6°C | Poor |
| Karwieńskie Błota Beach | Pomeranian | 8.6°C | Poor |
| Miedzywodzie Beach | West Pomerania | 8.6°C | Poor |
| Gdynia Orłowo | Pomerania | 8.5°C | Poor |
| Mikoszewo Beach | Pomeranian | 8.5°C | Poor |
| Gdynia Orlowo | Tricity | 8.5°C | Poor |
| Rogowo Beach | West Pomerania | 8.5°C | Poor |
| Pogorzelica Beach | West Pomeranian | 8.4°C | Poor |
| Stilo Beach | Pomeranian | 8.4°C | Poor |
| Jastarnia Beach | Hel Peninsula | 8.4°C | Poor |
| Jurata Beach | Hel Peninsula | 8.4°C | Poor |
| Sianozety Beach | West Pomerania | 8.4°C | Poor |
| Swinoujscie Beach | West Pomerania | 8.4°C | Poor |
| Białogóra Beach | Pomeranian | 8.3°C | Poor |
| Niechorze Beach | West Pomeranian | 8.3°C | Poor |
| Jantar Beach | Pomeranian | 8.3°C | Poor |
| Gdynia Sródmiescie | Tricity | 8.3°C | Poor |
| Sarbinowo Beach | West Pomeranian | 8.2°C | Poor |
| Dzwirzyno Beach | West Pomerania | 8.2°C | Poor |
| Międzywodzie Beach | West Pomeranian | 8.1°C | Poor |
| Gdansk Jelitkowo | Tricity | 8.1°C | Poor |
| Trzesacz Beach | West Pomerania | 8.1°C | Poor |
| Dźwirzyno Beach | West Pomeranian | 8.0°C | Poor |
| Mrzeżyno Beach | West Pomeranian | 8.0°C | Poor |
| Rogowo Beach | West Pomeranian | 7.9°C | Poor |
| Lubiatowo Beach | Pomeranian | 7.9°C | Poor |
| Darlowko Beach | West Pomerania | 7.9°C | Poor |
| Gdańsk Brzeźno | Pomerania | 7.8°C | Poor |
| Kołobrzeg Beach | West Pomeranian | 7.8°C | Poor |
| Stegna Beach | Pomeranian | 7.8°C | Poor |
| Gdansk Stogi | Tricity | 7.8°C | Poor |
| Władysławowo Beach | Pomeranian | 7.7°C | Poor |
| Chałupy Beach | Pomeranian | 7.7°C | Poor |
| Leba Beach | Pomerania | 7.7°C | Poor |
| Rowy Beach | Pomerania | 7.7°C | Poor |
| Ustka Beach | Pomerania | 7.7°C | Poor |
| Łeba | Pomerania | 7.6°C | Poor |
| Kuznica Beach | Hel Peninsula | 7.6°C | Poor |
| Mielno Beach | West Pomerania | 7.6°C | Poor |
| Pobierowo Beach | West Pomerania | 7.6°C | Poor |
| Sopot Beach | Pomerania | 7.5°C | Poor |
| Hel Beach | Pomerania | 7.5°C | Poor |
| Unieście Beach | West Pomeranian | 7.5°C | Poor |
| Karwia Beach | Pomerania | 7.5°C | Poor |
| Debki Beach | Pomerania | 7.5°C | Poor |
| Bialogora Beach | Pomerania | 7.5°C | Poor |
| Lukecin Beach | West Pomerania | 7.5°C | Poor |
| Kolobrzeg Beach | West Pomerania | 7.5°C | Poor |
| Rewal Beach | West Pomerania | 7.5°C | Poor |
| Dziwnówek Beach | West Pomeranian | 7.4°C | Poor |
| Choczewo Beach | Pomeranian | 7.4°C | Poor |
| Chalupy Beach | Hel Peninsula | 7.4°C | Poor |
| Ustronie Morskie | West Pomerania | 7.4°C | Poor |
Sea temperature in Poland — FAQ
How warm is the sea in Poland in November?
The sea off Poland averages about 8.0°C in November, based on long-term monthly averages for this coast.
When is the best time to swim in Poland?
Poland is warmest in August (around 19.0°C) and coldest in February (around 2.0°C). There are typically 0 months a year when the water sits above 22°C.
What is the average yearly sea temperature in Poland?
Across all twelve months, the sea in Poland averages about 9.5°C.
Do you need a wetsuit to swim in Poland?
The sea in Poland stays below 22°C even at its warmest (~19.0°C in August), so a 3/2mm or thicker wetsuit is recommended for longer swims year-round.
