Late summer · Weather & things to do
Zakopane in August
Zakopane's warmest month brings highs averaging 71°F (21°C), lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain.
August opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 84/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 71°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (95 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (21°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 52°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.7 in (95 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is one of Zakopane's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: September highs fall to 61°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: August.
- Comfort improves from 77/100 in July to 84/100.
- August sits inside the May – Sep window our Kraków & the Tatras route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 71°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Zakopane in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Krupówki
Main pedestrian street of shops, wooden inns and market stalls.
Why now August scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kościeliska Valley
Gentle forested valley with caves and streams, good for families.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Morskie Oko
Glacial lake under granite peaks, the Tatras' best-known view.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Gubałówka
Funicular to a ridge with a full panorama of the Tatras.
Kasprowy Wierch Cable Car
Cable car to 1,987 m on the Polish-Slovak border ridge.
Nearby in August
- Wieliczka in August~48 mi · highs 78°F, 3.0 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
- Kraków in August~53 mi · highs 79°F, 3.0 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
- Budapest in August~131 mi · highs 84°F, 2.5 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, drier
- Vienna in August~179 mi · highs 81°F, 3.4 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Zakopane in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Zakopane?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 71°F (21°C) and 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Kraków & the Tatras route recommends.
How hot is Zakopane in August?
Average highs are 71°F (21°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Zakopane in August?
Some: about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 38.5 in (978 mm).
What should I pack for Zakopane in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Zakopane
Routes in season in August
- Kraków & the Tatras May – Sep
Planning Zakopane in August?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.