December 16 is generally a great time to visit Warsaw. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 2°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Warsaw right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Warsaw
Currency
PLN
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Language
Polish
Driving
Right side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.552
Warsaw Weather Forecast for December 16
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 1.9°C. 18% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Warsaw in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Warsaw typically experiences temperatures between -1.9°C and 1.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Warsaw
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- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
1.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-1.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-2.5°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
18%
Avg 0.9mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.4 cm
~18% chance
Pressure
1019.1 hPa
High volatility
Warsaw Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 82% 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°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Poland
Flight Traffic
High
82/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~241
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Warsaw
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:40
☀️ Noon
11:32
🌇 Sunset
15:24
⏱️ Daylight
7h 43m
Wind Speed
17.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
2.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
87%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Warsaw
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
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Warsaw on December 16 averages 1.9°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 23/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Warsaw Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 10
2.9°C • 20% rain
Score
28
December 9
2.9°C • 22% rain
Score
27
December 11
2.6°C • 18% rain
Score
27
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📍 Is Warsaw Worth Visiting on December 16?
Planning a trip to Warsaw 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 1.9°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 241 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Poland, including COVID-19.
📊 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 -8.7°C in 2022.