Geography of Poland
Geography of Poland: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Poland
Lithuania is 244 mi to the north-east, Berlin Brandenburg Airport is 317 mi to the west, Prague is 321 mi to the south-west and Czechia is 321 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 52°13′46.9″N 21°0′43.9″E (52.2297, 21.0122)
Quick facts about Poland
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°13′46.9″N 21°0′43.9″E (52.2297, 21.0122) |
| Capital | Warsaw |
| Population | 37.000.000 |
| Area | 120.733 sq mi |
| ISO code | PL |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | POL |
| Currency | Polish zloty (PLN) |
| Languages | Polish |
| Calling code | +48 |
| Time zone | Europe/Warsaw |
| Local time | 2:01 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | May, June, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by city in Poland
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Poland is a country in Europe. Poland is a country in Europe with its capital at Warsaw. It has a population of about 37 million. The capital is Warsaw.
Right now it is 57°F (14°C) in Poland with clear. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 57°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 39%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Poland is May, June, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 25°F.
The closest major airport is Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), about 5 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is 11.5°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Poland today at 8.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Poland month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33° | 25° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 39° | 28° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 36° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 60° | 42° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 68° | 49° | 1,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 76° | 58° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 77° | 60° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 79° | 60° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 73° | 56° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 44° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 44° | 35° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 39° | 33° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Poland?
Poland is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 52.2297, 21.0122. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Poland right now?
It is currently 57°F (14°C) with clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Poland?
May, June, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Poland, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Poland in?
Poland observes Europe/Warsaw (UTC+02:00). The local time is 2:01 PM.
How many people live in Poland?
Poland has a population of approximately 37 million.
What is the nearest airport to Poland?
The closest airports are Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), 5 mi away.
What places are in Poland?
Poland covers 2 places in this atlas, including Krakow and Warsaw.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 2:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
