December 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Gdańsk. With minimal rain risk (11%) and pleasant highs of 3°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Gdańsk—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Gdańsk
Currency
PLN
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Language
Polish
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.552
Gdańsk Weather Forecast for December 16
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 3.2°C. 11% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Gdańsk in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Gdańsk typically experiences temperatures between -0.3°C and 3.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (11% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Gdańsk
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
3.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-0.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-1.3°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
11%
Avg 0.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.3 cm
~11% chance
Pressure
1016.9 hPa
High volatility
Gdańsk Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 86% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
0.9°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Poland
Flight Traffic
Moderate
58/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~64
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Gdańsk
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:02
☀️ Noon
11:42
🌇 Sunset
15:22
⏱️ Daylight
7h 20m
Wind Speed
20.6 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
2.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
85%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Gdańsk
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Gdańsk on December 16 averages 3.2°C with a 11% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 39/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Gdańsk Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Gdańsk Worth Visiting on December 16?
Planning a trip to Gdańsk on December 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 3.2°C with a 11% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 64 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Poland, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 5.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.8m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 9.9°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to -11.2°C in 2022.