Warsaw Travel Guide
Warsaw travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Warsaw is a city in Poland. Warsaw is known for Rebuilt old town and modern skyline. It has a population of about 1.8 million.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Warsaw with light drizzle. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 60°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.2/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Warsaw 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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 5.9°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Warsaw today at 7.7/10. Gusts to 47 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Warsaw
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 52°13′46.9″N 21°0′43.9″E (52.2297, 21.0122)
Weather in Warsaw right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:46 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 73° / 60°
Rain · 100% rain · wind 24 mph
🌦️ 65° / 56°
Light drizzle · 34% rain · wind 13 mph
Quick facts about Warsaw
Best time to visit Warsaw
Go in May, June, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 47 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Warsaw
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warsaw Chopin Airport | WAW | 5 mi | Warsaw |
Airports in Warsaw
1 airports mapped in this atlas
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Warsaw?
Warsaw is a city in Poland. Its coordinates are 52.2297, 21.0122. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Warsaw right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 83% and wind is 24 mph.
When is the best time to visit Warsaw?
May, June, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Warsaw, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Warsaw in?
Warsaw observes Europe/Warsaw (UTC+02:00). The local time is 1:46 AM.
How many people live in Warsaw?
Warsaw has a population of approximately 1.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to Warsaw?
The closest airports are Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), 5 mi away.
What places are in Warsaw?
Warsaw covers 1 places in this atlas, including Warsaw Chopin Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 1:46 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
